IYKYK means “If you know, you know”. Points to an inside joke or shared experience that only some people will understand.
| IYKYK at a glance | |
|---|---|
| Stands for | If you know, you know |
| Tone | Playful, a little exclusive. |
| Where you’ll see it | Captions and TikTok |
| Similar terms | FR, NGL, OOMF |
How IYKYK is used: examples
- “that teacher’s class… iykyk”
- “last summer iykyk”
How to reply to iykyk
- “lol I know exactly.”
- “I don’t know, tell me!”
Good to know
Common as a hashtag on posts.
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Frequently asked questions
What does IYKYK mean in text?
IYKYK means “If you know, you know”. Points to an inside joke or shared experience that only some people will understand.
What does IYKYK mean from a girl or a guy?
The same thing from anyone: “If you know, you know”. You will mostly see it in captions and TikTok.
Is IYKYK rude?
Playful, a little exclusive.
How do you reply to iykyk?
For example: “lol I know exactly.” or “I don’t know, tell me!”
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