What Does WYA Mean? Snapchat, Texting, and More

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If you're unfamiliar with internet slang and someone texts you "WYA," you might be wondering what it means and how to respond! "WYA" is a popular internet abbreviation that can help you locate your friends, make plans, and more. This complete guide will show you the definition of "WYA" and teach you how to use it in your own text, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat messages going forward.

Section 1 of 5:

What does "WYA" mean in texting?

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    Most commonly, this phrase is used to ask somebody where they are. Someone who sends you a "WYA" might be trying to check up on you or make plans over text. [1]
    • "Hey, WYA? I'm waiting outside the cafe!"
    • "Just got off work! 😁 WYA?"
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Section 2 of 5:

What does "WYA" mean on Snapchat, Facebook, and Twitter?

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    "WYA" is shorthand to find out where somebody is. While it's most common over text, many people on various social media direct messaging platforms also use "WYA." In addition to Snapchat, Facebook, and Twitter, you might see it on Discord and Instagram.
    • "Guys, WYA? This FB chat has been dead for days."
    • "@Paramore WYA? I crave new music!! 😩"
Section 3 of 5:

How to Use “WYA”

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    When you're meeting up with a friend who's running late, or you're out with a friend and suddenly can't find them, you could poke them with a "WYA?" to figure out where they are. In its simplest form, "Where you at?" literally means "Where are you?" [2]
    • "Whoa, cool picture! WYA in this?"
    • "Dude, WYA? I walked away for 2 seconds!"
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    You can send someone "WYA" if you want to hang out with them, usually right away or very soon, and you need to confirm that they're free. In this context, "Where you at?" basically means "Are you busy?"
    • You : "Hey, WYA??"
    • Them : "Home, just chilling. What's up?"
    • You : "Just saw this club has a K-pop night tonight! Wanna go?"
    • Them : "OMG yes! When and where?"
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    "WYA" can be interpreted as a booty call in certain situations. A friend wouldn't assume you're flirting and want to hook up if you send "WYA," but a date or significant other might if you use a flirty tone in your message.
    • Them : "Thinking about you tonight…."
    • You : "Oh yeah? We could do something about that. 😏 WYA?"
    • Them : "OMW! 🏃💨"
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Section 4 of 5:

How to Respond to “WYA”

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    Tell the sender your location and, if applicable, when you'll be back. If you don't know the person very well or you're uncomfortable telling them where you are, you're not obligated to respond. Either make up an excuse, tell them plainly that you'd rather not say, or don't respond at all.
    • "Just ran to the grocery store for a couple of things! I'll be back soon. 😊"
    • "Looks like we got separated! I'm over by the food court; what about you?"
    • "Oh, I'm out and about. Today's been busy!"
    • "Sorry, I don't really know you that well. Can we chat about something else?"
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    "WYA" can be an easy way to make spur-of-the-moment plans with someone. When someone sends it to you, either confirm that you're free or tell them you're busy.
    • "I'm finishing up work! Should be done in a few minutes. What's up?"
    • "I'm busy today visiting my grandparents. Sorry!"
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    When a date or significant other sends you a playful “WYA,” you can ask if it’s okay to come over (or just say you’re coming over, if they’ve already asked you to). Even if you’re busy, send back a steamy text letting them know you’d love to take them up on the booty call when you can.
    • "I’m free if you are. 😘 I can be at your place in 20!"
    • "Now I REALLY wish I wasn’t working late! 😳 Can I have a rain check?"
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Section 5 of 5:

Other Meanings for “WYA”

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    It's texting slang that basically means "be careful." If someone sends "WYA" while implying that you're taking a risk or doing something you shouldn't, they probably mean "watch your a**." [3]
    • You : "I'm walking up the north side of town now."
    • Them : "At night?? WYA, that area can be sketchy!"
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    It can stand for "World Youth Alliance," a conservative organization for young people headquartered in New York City. [4] It can also stand for "World Yoga Alliance," a nonprofit that shares yoga teachings worldwide.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://slangit.com/meaning/wya
      2. ↑ https://appuals.com/what-does-wya-mean/
      3. ↑ https://www.abbreviations.com/WYA
      4. ↑ https://www.britannica.com/topic/World-Youth-Alliance

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