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ikr
What does ikr mean?
Short for 'I know, right?' A reply that strongly agrees with what someone just said.
"'This weather is insane.' 'ikr.'"
Origin
An initialism of 'I know, right,' a conversational agreement phrase. It became a texting and chat staple in the 2000s.
Frequently asked questions
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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