As parents, it is essential for us to not just stay updated with our kid’s lives, but also with their language. Today, we’ll help you decrypt the term ‘WBU’.
Key Terms: Internet Slang and Meaning of WBU
WBU is an abbreviation for 'What about you?'. It's a popular piece of internet slang used by teenagers as an empathetic response to questions like 'How are you?' or 'What are you doing?'.
Understanding the Use Cases & Examples of 'WBU'
Teenagers tend to use WBU as an indication of their interest in the conversation. Notably, the term WBU is generally presented in lowercase in the messages, here are some examples of how your teen might use it:
- “Done with my homework, wbu?”
- “Feeling bored, wbu?”
- “I’m free after soccer practice, wbu?”
- “Catching up on some shows, wbu?”
Chatting About Your Child's Use of the WBU Slang
While using the term WBU symbolizes that your child understands the principle of mutual social engagement, it’s still important to ensure they understand the basic norms of digital interaction. We recommend sharing some tips about ‘netiquette’ like:
- Advise them to send personal or corrective messages only via private chat.
- Remind them to resist the urge to hastily respond before fully understanding everything.
- Overemphasize the importance of respecting other’s privacy online.
- Encourage them to refrain from spam or unsolicited messages.
- Explain the need to be considerate before tagging someone or sending friend requests.
Stay Ahead with Parentaler's Slang Alert Feature
Keeping up with the latest slang in online communication can be challenging, especially for parents. That's why we've introduced Slang Alert in our Parentaler app – a tool to help you stay aware. With it, customize keywords, receive real-time warnings, and gain contextual understanding. Parentaler's Slang Alert feature sends alerts to parents' phones when their child uses specific monitored slang words.Parenting in a connected world can feel like sailing unknown waters, but with Parentaler, you'll be ahead. Don’t just monitor – understand and participate. Utilize Slang Alert and become the proactive parent your child desires. Join the conversation and enhance your digital parenting with Parentaler.