In Defense Of Texting Back “Kk”

You guys aren’t going to like this. But it’s more than just “Ok.”

"Kk," for those who are unaware of every tiny internet argument...

"Kk," for those who are unaware of every tiny internet argument...

...is an alternate way of saying "OK." You can find it in many a text message and Gchat conversation.

CW / Via blogger.com

At its core, it's an acknowledgment that a message has been received.

At its core, it's an acknowledgment that a message has been received.

That you've been heard. Listened to. Understood.

Paramount Pictures / Via media.giphy.com

This message board comment explains that it was used because it takes less time to type "kk" than "ok." And every split second counts when you're playing online.

This Quora response on the origin of kk dates it to "circa 1996," and this "Net for Beginners" breakdown of the term gently reminds you that "90% of the time, these expressions are typed in all lowercase letters. On selective occasions, you are welcome to use them in all capitals to express enthusiasm. Just remember not to type entire sentences in all caps, lest you be considered rude."

So don't "KK" someone. OK? Kk.

I mean, "OK" is fine.

I mean, "OK" is fine.

"Ok" is a classic. "OK" is aggressive, but acceptable. "Okay" is a waste of everyone's time. "Ok!" is a necessary evil or a genuine display of enthusiasm, depending on the recipient.

Fox / Via tumblr.com


View Entire List ›

BuzzFeed - Latest