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imk
What does imk mean?
Stands for "in my knowledge," used to share what you believe is true while hedging that you're not fully certain. Similar to "as far as I know."
"IMK the shop closes at six, but double-check."
Origin
An initialism of "in my knowledge," used in casual texting and on social apps.
Frequently asked questions
What does IMK mean?
It stands for "in my knowledge," meaning "as far as I'm aware" while admitting you might not be 100% sure.
Is IMK the same as LMK?
No. IMK means "in my knowledge," while LMK means "let me know" — don't mix them up.
How do you use IMK?
Prefix a fact you're fairly but not totally sure about, e.g. "IMK they're still open."
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