Teenagers today seem to be talking in code because they use so many abbreviations for phrases and words. While most of these terms are harmless and fun if you’re not familiar enough with them, some of them can be frightening. One such term is “KMS,” and in this read, we’ll explain what KMS means on Snapchat and in regular text messages. Plus, how you should respond to them.
Meaning of KMS on Snapchat
“KMS” stands for “kill me.” Most teenagers and other people use it as a way to exaggerate an inconvenience or something bad that happened to them in a humorous, almost sarcastic way. Some people who have a dark sense of humor (which is what happens with most people on the Internet) use it humorously.
On Snapchat, your closest friends may use “kms” as a way to represent something exaggeratedly. Let’s look at some examples:
- Ugh, I failed that history test. KMS!
- Dude, this game has SO many glitches! km
- Did you see the last episode? What a disappointment! KMS
- Noooo! I spilled coffee all over myself. Miles, that stinks.
Alternative meaning of KMS
In addition to this, “KMS” can also be used as “killing me slow.” This expression is typically used when teenagers are bored or tired of waiting for something to happen. It is also a way of overemphasizing something that is bothering them. Although it is not something that is commonly used, it can be used by teenagers among their circle of friends.
Below are some examples of “kill me slowly” or KMS in Snapchat and text conversations:
- History class seems endless! I feel like I’m KMS
- I’ve been wearing these skinny jeans for way too long. Man, they’re KMS!
- This song is Kms!!! It’s so good… I can’t stop listening to it.
- Will you two accept that you love each other? The anticipation is huge!
Serious KMS Use Case
If the conversation with your friend takes a serious turn and he uses the term “KMS,” it doesn’t necessarily mean that he is joking. He could be thinking about suicide. You should take it as a call for help and reach out to him immediately. You should support him during this phase to improve his mental health.
Make sure you tell your parents or guardians about this so they can intervene and prevent anything from happening to you. Below are some serious examples of using “KMS” in a serious context:
- I’ve been constantly failing all my exams this semester. I think I might make it to KMS.
- No one at the school wants to be my friend. KMS if this continues.
- I can’t stand my mother yelling at me all the time. It makes me feel like I should die.
- I haven’t found joy in anything lately. Kms because I think I’m depressed.
How to respond to KMS
It is sometimes difficult to figure out whether the person who sent a text message is being serious or joking around. Especially since they often use the term sarcastically. Below are some ways you can respond to KMS.
- You could offer a comforting remark like, “Hey, it happens to the best of us,” if your friend trusts in you after having a difficult day and does so in an anxious or frustrated way. You should not worry; the next time will be better.
- Maybe they got tired of waiting for something and used KMS in its alternative meaning on Snapchat. Then you can reply with words of encouragement “You’ve come this far; be patient, my friend.”
- If your friend shares something personal about his life, feels depressed, or talks about suicide or self-harm, it’s better to call him or contact someone who cares for him. Tell him you will be there for him, and he shouldn’t feel alone.
Teenagers nowadays have an impulse to communicate their suffering while grinning. Although texting has facilitated our communication, it has also made it more difficult to understand what the other person is going through. Some Snapchat users joke around with the word “KMS,” but be wary if someone uses it since they could be going through a really trying moment.
