“OMG” stands for “Oh My God.”
What does OMG mean?
Abbreviation “OMG” means “Oh My God.” It’s usually a shock reaction to something that was said or done.
This abbreviation is considered safe for children to use. But is considered work appropriate, but may not be used due to its informal language.
| Abbreviation |
Meaning |
Emotion |
| OMG |
Oh My God |
Shock |
| Snapchat meaning |
Instagram meaning |
| Oh My God |
Oh My God |
| Year it began trending |
Primary community |
| 2018 |
Text messaging and social media. |
Examples and other meanings
- “OMG, what’s up!?”
- Emotion: Excitement
- Intention: In this example, we can see someone using the “OMG” when they’re very excited and happy.
- “OMG they are so annoying.”
- Emotion: Annoyed
- Intention: Another example where the abbreviation is used as a way to express frustration or being annoyed with someone.
Popularity over time
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