Hello there, love birds! Ready to take the leap into the world of digital romance? Get your vocab ready because we’re diving into the 22 online dating terms that every #Dating app user needs to know!
wiping & Matching
Let’s start with the basics of online dating lingo.
1. Swipe Left/Right
‘Swipe left’ means rejecting a potential match, while ‘swipe right’ indicates interest.
2. Match
A ‘match’ occurs when two users swipe right on each other’s profiles.
Messaging & Communication
Once you’ve matched, here are some terms you might encounter in the messaging phase.
3. Ghosting
Ghosting is when someone you’re communicating with abruptly cuts off contact without any explanation.
4. Bread-crumbing
Bread-crumbing is the act of sending out flirtatious, but non-committal messages to lure a person without any intention of dating.
5. Benching
Benching is when someone you’ve been dating avoids taking the relationship to the next level, but keeps you around just in case.
Relationship Dynamics
You’ve matched and started chatting. Here’s what might come next.
6. DTR
‘Define The Relationship’ is a conversation between two people to discuss and clarify their relationship status.
7. Situationship
A situationship refers to a relationship that’s more than a friendship, but less than a committed romantic relationship.
8. Cuffing
Cuffing refers to the act of getting into a relationship during the colder months.
Navigating Potential Challenges
Online dating isn’t always a walk in the park. Here are some terms related to its challenges.
9. Catfishing
Catfishing is when someone creates a false online identity to deceive others.
10. Kittenfishing
Kittenfishing is a milder form of catfishing where someone represents themselves in an unrealistically positive way.
11. Zombie-ing
Zombie-ing happens when someone who ghosted you suddenly reappears and tries to get back into your life.
Niche Online Dating Terms
Some online dating terms are specific to certain scenarios or dating styles.
12. Gatsbying
Gatsbying refers to the act of posting something on social media to get a specific person’s attention.
13. Orbiting
Orbiting is when someone who has ghosted you still engages with your social media.
14. Throning
Throning is dating someone just to improve your reputation or social standing.
15. Breezing
Breezing is the act of being casual, open, and straightforward in dating, not playing games or following “rules”.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it normal to be confused by online dating terms?
Absolutely! Just like any new experience, there can be a learning curve with online dating.
What should I do if I encounter a term I don’t understand?
Feel free to ask the person using it what they mean, or search for the term online.