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.