ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Textspeak

Textspeak is when you write words with short letters or numbers that make typing faster and easier, especially on phones or other small devices. For example, instead of writing the word "you", people might write just "u".

It's kind of like a secret code that people use to communicate online or through texting.

But it's important to remember that textspeak isn't always appropriate in formal situations, like writing an email to a teacher or applying for a job. You should always be mindful of your audience and use proper spelling and grammar when it's important to do so.