SMS
3 synonyms for SMS, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To send a text message to someone's mobile phone.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
text message
txt
How to use SMS
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
send an sms
sms message
Etymology
An initialism for Short Message Service, the mobile-phone protocol used to send short text messages.
Full origin of SMS →Frequently asked questions
What does “SMS” mean?
The word “SMS” means to send a text message to someone's mobile phone. In plain terms, a text message, or the act of sending one, via mobile phone.
How do you pronounce “SMS”?
“SMS” is pronounced ehs-ehm-EHS (/ˌɛs ɛm ˈɛs/ in IPA).
How do you use “SMS” in a sentence?
Here is “SMS” used in a sentence: “Just sms me the address when you get there.”
What part of speech is “SMS”?
Depending on how it is used, “SMS” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “SMS” a common word?
“SMS” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “SMS” have?
“SMS” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to send a text message to someone's mobile phone.
Is SMS used as a verb?
Yes, SMS can be used as a verb meaning to send a text message to someone's mobile phone, as in "I'll SMS you later."
What is the difference between SMS and a text message?
SMS stands for Short Message Service and is the technical name for the system, while "text message" is the everyday name for the message it sends; the two terms are often used interchangeably.
What is the difference between SMS and MMS?
SMS refers to short text-only messages sent between mobile phones, while MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) allows photos, videos, and other media to be included.
