ICL means “I can’t lie”. Means “honestly” or “I have to admit”. Used like NGL.
| ICL at a glance | |
|---|---|
| Stands for | I can’t lie |
| Tone | Honest and casual. Popular in UK slang and on TikTok. |
| Where you’ll see it | TikTok and texts |
| Similar terms | NGL, TBH, FR |
How ICL is used: examples
- “icl that was funny”
- “icl I forgot”
- “icl ts pmo”
How to reply to icl
- “lol right?”
- “At least you’re honest.”
Good to know
“ICL ts pmo” means “I can’t lie, this is annoying me”.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICL mean in text?
ICL means “I can’t lie”. Means “honestly” or “I have to admit”. Used like NGL.
What does ICL mean from a girl or a guy?
The same thing from anyone: “I can’t lie”. You will mostly see it in tikTok and texts.
Is ICL rude?
Honest and casual. Popular in UK slang and on TikTok.
How do you reply to icl?
For example: “lol right?” or “At least you’re honest.”
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