phrase

GTS

jee-tee-ESS

GTS (phrase) means Go to sleep — used in texting and social media, either as advice to someone up too late or as a sign-off at the end of a conversation. Example: “It's 3am, gts.”

phrase

slang Go to sleep — used in texting and social media, either as advice to someone up too late or as a sign-off at the end of a conversation.

"It's 3am, gts."

"gts, we've got an early start."

slang Good times — used to look back fondly on something enjoyable, often in reply to a shared memory.

"That whole summer in Lisbon. gts."

slang Going through something — used online to say, usually half-jokingly, that one is having a difficult time.

"Ignore my posting today, I'm gts."

How to Use GTS

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishText shorthand for go to sleep.

When to use it

Informal messaging only; never appropriate in writing for work.

Memory tip

GTG means the writer is leaving; GTS is usually aimed at the person being written to.

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Easily confused with

GTG (got to go) GN (goodnight)

Common pairings

gts bro it's late, gts

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Etymology

An initialism used in text messaging.

Origin: English

Frequently Asked Questions

What does GTS mean in a text message?

Most often go to sleep, said to someone who is messaging late at night or as a way of ending the conversation. Less commonly it means good times, in reply to a nostalgic comment.

Is GTS rude?

No. Telling someone gts is usually affectionate or practical rather than dismissive, similar to saying get some rest. Tone depends entirely on the conversation around it.