NWS

What Does NWS Mean in a Text?

The Quick Answer

NWS means "No Worries" and "Not Work Safe."

No Worries

In text messaging, on social media, and in chat forums, NWS usually means "No Worries." It is typically used as a response to an expression of appreciation. For example:

• Toni: Thanks for covering for me.
• Jo: NWS.

NWS may have originated in Australia, where it is commonly used as an alternative to NWM (No Worries Mate).

Not Work Safe

When used to mean "Not Work Safe," NWS is used as a label to indicate that a message is not suitable for unrestricted viewing, especially in a work environment. (Such messages usually contain profanity, adult humor, or pornographic images.) For example:

• Sam: Send me that photo when you've got a mo.
• Lee: On the way. No title, but labeled NWS.

In this context, NSW is used as an alternative to the more popular NSFW (Not Safe for Work).

Image for NWS

When I write NWS, I mean this:

"No Worries"

Summary of Key Points for the First Definition

"No Worries" is, by far, the most common meaning for NWS when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)

NWS
Definition:	No Worries
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Second Definition

"Not Work Safe" is another definition for NWS.

NWS
Definition:	Not Work Safe
Type:	Abbreviation
Guessability:	3: Guessable
Typical Users:	Adults

Example of NWS Used in a Text

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