abbreviation

wsp

double-yoo-es-PEE

Wsp (abbreviation) means What's up? — a casual greeting used to open a message or check in with someone. Example: “wsp, you free later?”

abbreviation

informal, texting What's up? — a casual greeting used to open a message or check in with someone.

"wsp, you free later?"

"wsp man, long time."

How to Use Wsp

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishText shorthand for "what's up?".

When to use it

Lower case and unpunctuated. Like "what's up" in speech, it is a greeting more than a question; answering "nothing much, wbu" is standard. Not related to WSP as a company abbreviation.

Memory tip

If someone opens with wsp they usually want something or are starting a conversation — a one-word reply tends to end it.

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Easily confused with

wsg → wyd → wbu → sup →

Common pairings

wsp bro wsp everyone wsp, you good?

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_____, you free later?

Etymology

An initialism of what's up.

Origin: English

Synonyms

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wsg wyd sup what's good

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does wsp mean in a text?

"What's up." It is a greeting used to start a conversation, and the expected reply is a brief one such as "nm, you?".

What is the difference between wsp and wyd?

wsp is a general hello. wyd means "what are you doing", which asks something specific and often hints that the sender wants to make plans or meet up.

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