What Does :L Mean?
The Quick Answer
:L means "Laughing" or "Sad Face."More Detail...
":L" (or ":l") is an emoticon that is used to mean "I am laughing" (similar to, but not as intensely as LOL) or to depict a sad face and express disappointment or frustration. Context is crucial to understanding the meaning of ":L". For example:- Dallas Cowboys fan: Dallas Cowboys is the most valuable sports team in the world.:L.
- Philadelphia Eagles fan: Dallas Cowboys is the most valuable sports team in the world.:L.
Image for :L
When I write :L, I mean this:
"Laughing"
I know all about icons. Test me!Summary of Key Points for First Definition
"Laughing" is a common definition for :L on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.| :L | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Laughing |
| Type: | Emoticon |
| Guessability: |  4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Summary of Key Points for Second Definition
"Sad Face" is another definition for :L.| :L | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Sad Face |
| Type: | Emoticon |
| Guessability: | 4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Example of :L Used in a Text
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