What Does SWAK Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
SWAK means "Sealed With A Kiss."More Observations...
The abbreviation SWAK is used with the meaning "Sealed With A Kiss" at the end of text-based conversations or messages, as well as in letters and greetings cards (when it is typically written on the back of the envelope). SWAK is a display of affection, typically used between lovers or potential lovers. It is very similar in meaning and use to the abbreviation SWALK (Sealed With A Loving Kiss). A number of artists have had hits with a song entitled "Sealed With A Kiss," including American singer Bryan Hyland (1962) and Australian artist Jason Donovan (1989).Image for SWAK
When I write SWAK, I mean this:

SWAK is a sign of love and affection.
Summary of Key Points
We have summarized the key points in the table below:SWAK | |
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Definition: | Sealed With A Kiss |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | ![]() 2: Quite easy to guess |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
- Carol: I got a letter from Ben, with SWAK on the envelope.
- Diane: It must be love!
- Ryan: Did she send you a Valentine's card?
- Ben: Yeah, SWAK and everything.
An Academic Look at SWAK
SWAK is an acronym (i.e., an abbreviation spoken like a word). It was traditionally used for love letters (when paper envelopes had to be literally sealed). Acronyms differ from initialism abbreviations, which are pronounced using their individual letters.What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?
The use of SWAK with the meaning "Sealed With A Kiss" pre-dates the digital era.Example of SWAK Used in a Text
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