What Does WKYP Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
WKYP (Will Keep You Posted) means "I will keep you updated on the situation."More Detail...
It is typically used at the end of a conversation.Image for WKYP
When I write WKYP, I mean this:

WKYP means "I will keep you posted (i.e., updated)."
Summary of Key Points
We have summarized the key points in the table below:WKYP | |
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Definition: | Will Keep You Posted |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | ![]() 2: Quite easy to guess |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
Examples of WKYP in Sentences
Here is an example of WKYP in a conversation:- Charlie: I'm going for my interview today.
- Jordan: Good luck!
- Charlie: WKYP.
An Academic Look at WKYP
WKYP is used as a standalone declarative sentence (i.e., a statement), which translates best as "I will keep you posted." In other words, it is not used as another part of speech within a wider sentence.What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?
Before the digital era, we might have said something like "I'll provide you with updates as they occur" instead of WKYP.Example of WKYP Used in a Text
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