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Just spotted an “SS” in your texts or on your feed? This acronym has a lot of potential meanings, so it can be tricky to decode this vague abbreviation sometimes. We've got your back, though. Keep reading for an in-depth look at what “SS” most likely means in your texts and social media posts, and what else it could stand for in more specific circ*mstances. In just a few moments, you’ll be an expert!
Section 1 of 4:
What does SS stand for on Snapchat?
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SS typically stands for “screenshot.” Pretty much any phone, tablet, or computer can capture a still image, or screenshot, of the screen. This feature is widely used on sites like Snapchat, where screenshotting happens pretty frequently. So, if you see “SS” in a text or social media setting, it’s pretty safe to assume that it stands for “screenshot.”[1]
- “SS this gif to see what TV show you should watch”
- “SS this and send it your friends”
- “Please don’t SS this”
- SS can be spelled with all capital letters or with all lowercase letters (ss).
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See AlsoYeehaw, bae: An embiggened Scrabble dictionary cuts slurs and adds words new and oldWhat Does 'Sheesh' Mean? Explaining That Viral TikTok Slang | On Air with Ryan Seacrest | Ryan SeacrestIs a Polyamorous Relationship Right for Me? Here's What to ConsiderWhat does IDFC stand for?SS can also mean “speak soon.” Haven’t chatted with someone in a while? They might send over an “SS” to try and strike up a conversation.
- “Long time no see! SS?”
- “It’s been so long! We really gotta ss”
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What does SS mean over text?
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SS usually means “screenshot” over text and other chatting platforms. Snapchat is probably the most likely place where you’ll see SS used regularly, but it’s also fair game on over text and other social media apps.[2]
- You: “You’ll never guess what he said to me lol”
Them: “OMG send me a ss!!”
- You: “You’ll never guess what he said to me lol”
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SS can occasionally mean “speak soon.” “Screenshot” is definitely the most popular definition of SS, but it’s not the only one. In certain contexts, SS can mean “speak soon” when sent over text.
- “Haven’t heard from you in a long time. We should ss!”
Gretchen McCulloch, Internet Linguist
On the internet, acronyms like "SS" abbreviate complex phrases, streamlining communication. On Snapchat, "SS" usually means "screenshot," capturing a digital interaction. Like other online shorthand, it's born from the need for quick, brief online chat. With just two letters, it conveys requests, warnings, or acknowledgements, showing how language evolves in our interconnected world.
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How to Use SS
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Ask someone to screenshot something. Want your followers to screenshot something from your Snapchat or Instagram story? Need your friend to send you all the juicy details from a text convo with their co-worker? SS is a great way to get the message across clearly and quickly.[3]
- “SS my Story for a fun surprise”
- “Please send me a SS of that lmao”
- Snapchat notifies you when someone screenshots your chats, so you can also use SS to comment on how someone took a picture of your chat.
- “I’m so confused. Lucy just took a SS of our chat??”
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Let a friend know that you’d like to chat with them soon. Reconnecting with an old friend or acquaintance is always tricky, but a quick SS is a simple way to get the conversation going on any chat platform.
- “Miss you so much! We should ss”
- “Are you free this weekend? We need to ss”
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Alternate Meanings
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SS can stand for “Schutzstaffel,” a military group from Nazi Germany. One of SS’s most infamous namesakes, the Schutzstaffel was a group of Nazi German soldiers that served under Adolf Hitler and his regime. Throughout Hitler’s reign and WWII, the SS was responsible for countless atrocities, including the Nazi concentration camps.[4] If you’re chatting with someone about world history, there’s a chance that SS could refer to this military group.
- “Just started a new historical documentary about the SS, and I’m honestly horrified”
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SS can also stand for “Social Security” in America. SS is often seen in the acronym “SSN,” which stands for Social Security Number.[5]
- Person 1: “I think I lost my SS card 💀”
Person 2: “That’s not good…” - “They asked me for my SSN so I hung up on them LOL”
- Person 1: “I think I lost my SS card 💀”
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SS sometimes means “steamship.” In British English, “SS” is commonly paired with ship names that aren’t a part of any naval fleet.[6] If you’re talking about an upcoming cruise or boat trip with someone, SS could be used in the name of the boat.
- SS Agamemnon
- SS Archimedes
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SS is short for “saints” in religious settings. Some churches with multiple saints in their name use SS to abbreviate their official title.[7] If someone brings up the church they go to, SS could be used in that context.
- “I go to the church of SS Luke and Matthew.”
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SS stands for the Latin word scilicet on legal documents. If you’ve ever gotten a document notarized before, you might have noticed a cursive “S.S.” on the paper. It literally translates to “namely” or “in particular,” and is found next to the venue element on the document, like the county. Typically, “S.S.” means that the notary needs to be more specific about a certain part of the form.[8]
- If you saw “S.S. (town/city)” marked next to a “county of ___” form on a document, the notary might need to include the county as well as the town and city name.
- In some cases, SS is just there for show, and the notary doesn’t actually have to do anything.
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SS can refer to the “shortstop” position in baseball. Striking up a conversation with a baseball fan? They might use abbreviations like “SS,” which just refers to the shortstop position on a baseball team (the player who stands in between second and third base).[9]
- “How do you feel about the SS for the Giants?”
- “Think the Yankees will trade for a new SS?”
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References
- ↑ https://www.distractify.com/p/what-does-su-mean-snapchat-story
- ↑ https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2020/05/09/what-do-jw-ss-tm-smo-and-fff-mean-on-snapchat-social-media-acronyms-explained/
- ↑ https://www.distractify.com/p/what-does-su-mean-snapchat-story
- ↑ https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/background-and-overview-of-the-ss
- ↑ https://www.abbreviations.com/SSN
- ↑ https://www.macmillandictionary.com/us/dictionary/british/ss
- ↑ https://www.macmillandictionary.com/us/dictionary/british/ss
- ↑ https://www.asnnotary.org/?form=scilicetwhatdoesitmean
- ↑ https://www.mlb.com/glossary/positions/shortstop
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