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You may have seen the numeric code “143” in messages or on social media, but what exactly does it mean? “143” is a quick way to say “I love you,” widely used on pagers in the 1990s. In this article, we’ll discover how to use this sweet acronym today and teach you tons of related phrases and codes you can send to make your loved ones feel appreciated.
- 143 means “I love you.” The term refers to the number of letters in each word: I (1), love (4), you (3).
- 143 comes from a numerical sequence of lighthouse flashes in the 1890s. The numeric code was widely used on pagers in the early 1990s.
- Text 143 to tell your friend, family member or partner that you love them. Alternatively, use the codes 1437 (“I love you forever”) or 5998 (“You are my world”).
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