WBY is an internet slang abbreviation that stands for “What About You?” and is commonly used in texting and online conversations.
Inquisitive Phrase
- WBY implies extra emotion to the phrase and signifies that someone is asking, “What about you?”
Examples and Other Meanings
“Doing nothing, WBY!?”
- Emotion: Inquisitive
- Intention: A person would be asking what you’re currently up to. Usually, to make plans to do something together.
“Totally free all week. WBY?”
- Emotion: Question
- Intention: In this example, the person might looking into what they’re up to all week so they could make a plan together!
Popularity Over Time
WBY started trending around 2018, and is primarily used in text messaging and social media.
Additional Meanings and Usage
The popular abbreviation “WBY” has been used on numerous social media platforms to inquire about someone’s activities, plans, thoughts, or opinions. It is widely used in casual conversations and is often incorporated into text messages.
Emphasizing Emotions
WBY is incorporated into sentences for the intention to inquire about the other person’s feelings, activities, or thoughts, and is used to make plans or initiate a conversation about future collaborations or meetings.
