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Internet Slang
DW
/ˌdiːˈdʌbəljuː/ · phrase · informal
'Don't worry' — the quick reassurance text that smooths things over.
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Definitions
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Short for 'don't worry.' Reassures someone that there's no problem or no need to stress.
“'dw, I already covered it.'”
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2
A casual dismissal of an apology, like 'it's no big deal.'
“'sorry I'm late!' 'dw lol.'”
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Often extended to 'dw abt it' — 'don't worry about it' — to fully wave off a concern.
“'dw abt the money, you can get me next time.'”
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DW In A Sentence
dw i'll handle the booking
'i think i broke it' 'dw it does that'
dw abt being late, traffic's mad today
Origin & Usage
A texting contraction of 'don't worry,' especially common in British and Australian messaging. It spread as a fast way to defuse small concerns.
People Also Ask
What does dw mean in texting?
It means 'don't worry.' It reassures someone or waves off an apology.
What does dw abt it mean?
It's 'don't worry about it' — a fuller, more dismissive way of telling someone the issue isn't a problem.
Is dw British?
It's used everywhere, but it's especially common in UK and Australian texting as casual reassurance.
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