Kapanlagi.com - For millennials, they must know the term LMAO. Yup! LMAO itself is a current term that is so popular in several countries, including Indonesia. The meaning of LMAO itself is an expression when someone is feeling happy.
However, does LMAO have the same meaning as LOL? Of course, we need to know the difference, because if we express it incorrectly, it will seem strange. In addition to knowing the meaning of LMAO, you can also know other slang terms which can be cool and current expressions.
For KLovers who are curious about the meaning of LMAO, here are some definitions of LMAO along with other slang terms. Let's check it out, KLovers.
1. Definition of LMAO
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For the first one, you can find out the definition or meaning of LMAO. The meaning of LMAO is laughing out loud. Yes, LMAO is an abbreviation of Laughing My Ass Off. The meaning of LMAO here, when explained, is laughing so hard that it feels like losing a body part.
So, the meaning of LMAO is laughing hysterically or laughing uncontrollably. LMAO refers to someone's response to something funny. Therefore, it can be interpreted that LMAO is an expression of someone when responding to something funnier.
In addition, LMAO has become a slang term in English, which is used in informal communication. Using this word in a formal meeting is certainly not appropriate. You can use LMAO when interacting on social media only.
For example, when chatting with friends or commenting on social media. Not to express directly or in a formal chat conversation.
2. The Difference Between LMAO and LOL
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Is there actually a difference between LMAO and LOL? As mentioned earlier, LMAO stands for laughing my ass off, while LOL is an abbreviation for laugh out loud. In Indonesian, LOL means laughing hysterically.
Similar to the meaning of LMAO, the term LOL is also used to indicate something very funny. LOL is commonly used in online conversations such as SMS, chat, and social media. There are no capitalization rules for LOL, as it is a slang term that is not bound by any specific writing conventions.
Grammatically, LOL is classified as a verb and an interjection, or a word that expresses strong emotions. Both LMAO and LOL indicate humor or amusement. LMAO or LOL can be used to respond to something funny.
This could be looking at memes, reading jokes, watching funny videos, or reading silly stories. Therefore, it can be concluded that LMAO and LOL have the same meaning and usage.
3. Other Terms in English
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Besides the meaning of LMAO and LOL, it turns out there are still many more slang terms that you can use. And here are some slang terms that you should know:
1. LMFAO stands for Laughing my f*** ass off
2. ROFL stands for Rolling on the floor laughing
3. LML stands for Laughing mad aloud
4. LMBO stands for Laughing my butt off
5. ROGL stands for Rolling on the grass laughing
6. 4EAE stands for Forever and Ever, which means forever.
7. AFAIK stands for As Far As I Know, it means as far as I know.
8. Anw stands for Anyway, it means by the way.
9. b/c stands for because, it means because.
10. BRB stands for Be Right Back. The abbreviation BRB is generally used to inform when we want to leave the conversation for a while.
11. BTW stands for By The Way. The slang term BTW also means the same as the term 'by the way'.
12. CMIIW stands for Correct Me If I'm Wrong, which translates to 'koreksi jika saya salah' in Indonesian.
13.DGMW stands for Don't get me wrong. It means don't misunderstand.
14.IDK stands for I Don't Know, which means I don't know.
15.IKR stands for I Know, Right? It means I know, right?
16.IMO stands for In My Opinion, which means in my opinion.
17. IYKWIM stands for If You Know What I Mean. It means if you know what I mean.
18.OOT stands for Out of Topic. This abbreviation is a warning and response when discussing something outside the established category and topic.
19.PAP stands for Post a Picture. Used to ask someone to send their latest photo.
20.SYS stands for See You Soon. It means see you later.
21.YMMD stands for You made my Day. It means you have made my day better.
22.XOXO stands for Hugs and Kisses, which means hug and kiss.
That's the meaning of LMAO that you can know, along with the meaning of LOL and other slang terms.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.