interjection Internet Slang

IKR

/ˌaɪkeɪˈɑːr/ · interjection · informal

'I know, right?' — emphatic agreement that says 'exactly what I was thinking.'

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Definitions

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Short for 'I know, right?' A reply that strongly agrees with what someone just said.

“'This weather is insane.' 'ikr.'”
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A filler agreement that can read as low-effort or even slightly sarcastic depending on tone.

“'ikr 🙄 so annoying.'”
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An expression of shared exasperation or validation, confirming the other person isn't alone in their reaction.

“'ikr, I thought it was just me.'”
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IKR In A Sentence

'that movie was so long' 'ikr i almost fell asleep'
ikr the prices are out of control now
'he never replies' 'ikr it's so rude'

Origin & Usage

An initialism of 'I know, right,' a conversational agreement phrase. It became a texting and chat staple in the 2000s.

People Also Ask

What does ikr mean in texting?

It means 'I know, right?' It's an emphatic way to agree with someone.

Is ikr sarcastic?

It's usually sincere agreement, but with an eye-roll emoji or flat tone it can carry a sarcastic edge.

How do you respond to ikr?

You can keep the agreement chain going, expand on the point, or just move the conversation along — it's a co-sign, not a question.

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