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So a friend just sent you a text that says “ik.” Is it a typing error? What are they trying to say? “IK” or “ik” is a popular text abbreviation meaning “I know”. Instead of typing the entire phrase, people shorten their texts with an acronym. Keep reading for more examples of this acronym in action (and tips on how to use it yourself).
In texting, “ik” or “IK” means “I know”. People use this slang abbreviation to say they already know something. Abbreviation helps to keep texts or messages shorter. Plus, it’s faster to type. For example, if someone texts you “Tomorrow is the solar eclipse,” you can reply with “ik!”
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