Internet
pm
What does pm mean?
Stands for "private message," a message sent privately rather than in a public thread. Common on forums and Discord.
"I'll PM you the details after the call."
Origin
A forum and instant-messaging term predating the DM label.
Frequently asked questions
What does PM mean online?
PM stands for "private message" — a message sent one-to-one rather than in a public thread. It's common on forums and Discord.
What's the difference between PM and DM?
They mean essentially the same thing: a private message. PM is the older forum-era term, while DM ("direct message") became standard on social platforms.
How do you use PM as a verb?
You can say "PM me" or "I'll PM you the details" — meaning to send a private message.
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