Huh? Here's Exactly What 'WYLL' Means on Social Media

Kelsey Kryger
·2 min read

What does WYLL mean?

How often do you open up your social media apps, like TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram, to be surprised by yet another acronym rising to popularity? It's even worse when someone in a younger generation, like Gen Z, uses a new abbreviation on you and you have no idea what they're talking about.

Gone are the days of simple abbreviations in text and online chats, like "BRB" and "TTYL." Even the Boomers probably know what those mean! The younger generations have become popularizing acronyms, like "MB," "HEA," "SWMBO" and "IJBOL," much to the confusion of their elder generations.

You may be familiar with abbreviations like "WYD" and "TMI," but what does "WYLL" mean? If you're scratching your head, keep reading to uncover WYLL's meaning over text. Plus, examples of how to use WYLL so you can keep up with the cool kids!

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WYLL Meaning in Text

If someone sends you a text and includes "WYLL," it stands for "What you look like?". It's mostly used when texting or online messaging someone you have not met face-to-face yet. Many folks use it as a way to request a photo from others.

Examples of How To Use WYLL

Here are some examples of how to use "WYLL" in text:

  • We've been chatting for a while now so I have to ask, WYLL?

  • So, WYLL? I've only ever seen pictures of your cat on your Instagram story.

  • You seem cool. WYLL? Send a picture.

  • After months of texting, I still don't know WYLL.

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How Do You Respond to WYLL on Snapchat?

If you're on the receiving end, how do you respond to "WYLL" on Snapchat? The person using it may expect you to write back with a photo. However, the nature of your relationship with the other person will likely dictate what type of response you provide.

First, you could respond and say you don't feel comfortable sharing a photo with them yet. You could also text them a list of your physical attributes rather than providing them with a photo. Or, if you want to have a little fun, send a picture of your Bitmoji icon.

You could also respond to WYLL on Snapchat by asking them to share a picture of themselves first. If you don't feel comfortable, leave the Snapchat open and don't reply. If you're comfortable with the other person, you can always send a photo of yourself and take things from there.

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Why Do Guys Ask WYLL on Snap?

Guys typically ask "WYLL" on Snap to see if they can get a photo sent to them. They're interested in what the person they're messaging looks like if they haven't seen them.

Depending on how long communication has been going on, this can be interpreted as extremely shallow or sheer human curiosity.

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