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bbl

bbl

9.9
A short chat message that says you will return soon
  • interjection
  • Slang
translation icon : vuelvo luego
  • I'll be back in a few minutes, bbl!

Examples

  • When the meeting ran long he messaged 'bbl' so colleagues wouldn't wait for him.

  • She typed 'bbl' in the chat and then closed her laptop without explanation.

  • I'm stepping out to take the dog for a walk, bbl — leave the windows open.

  • She said she would bbl after lunch.

  • I'm stepping out to take the dog for a walk, bbl — leave the windows open.

  • When the meeting ran long he messaged 'bbl' so colleagues wouldn't wait for him.

  • I'll be back in a few minutes, bbl!

Synonyms

see ya
vsbbl
  • Texting
8.4

A friendly way to say goodbye when you expect to meet again

serves to tell others you will return after a short absence
BBL
vsbbl
  • Slang
8.6

A short chat message saying you will come back later

is identical in sense but written in lowercase in chat
BBS
vsbbl
  • Slang
7.9

A message people send online to say they will return soon

indicates a later return rather than an immediate quick comeback

Surface Forms

bbl main

Etymology

Bbl in chat language is short for 'be back later', like the similar short brb, and it tells people you will return after a short time.