Texting · Cross-generational · Acronym ngl
NGL
Not gonna lie; introduces a candid opinion or admission.
IN PLAIN ENGLISH“Honestly”
ALSO SEARCHED ASnot going to lie
THE VIBEQuick digital shorthand
USE IT INMessages, captions, comments
USE IT LIKE THIS
“NGL, I want another slice.”
WORD ORIGIN
Popularized through text messaging, chat and social platforms.