What Does SO Mean in a Text?
SO means "Shout Out" and "Significant Other."
The abbreviation SO is widely used with the meanings "Shout Out" (i.e, mention) and "Significant Other" (i.e., partner).
SO is often typed as S/O and s/o.
Image for SO
When I write SO, I mean this:
"Shout Out"
Summary of Key Points
"Shout Out" is a common definition for SO on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
| SO | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Shout Out |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: |  3: Guessable |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Second Definition for SO
"Significant Other" is another common definition for SO.
| SO | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Significant Other |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: | 3: Guessable |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Example of SO Used in a Text
SO
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See Also
Learn how to insert special punctuation symbolsGOB (to shout about)HOLLER (to shout)GC (gay couple, good call, good condition, group chat)GWC (gay white couple)MC (married couple, master of ceremonies)MWC (married white couple)
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