BG

In player versus player (PvP) games, players may use bg as shorthand for battleground. This abbreviation refers to a game map (or section of a game map) on which players fight each other (either as teams or in FFA matches).

Some bgs may be generic, while others are specific to certain game modes. For example, when discussing a battleground for a first-person shooter (FPS), a player may say the bg is available only in CTF. This means that battleground is available only in the game's capture the flag mode.

BG is a way to say that you have a big grin on your face. People often send it in messages as an alternative to :-D or a similar emoji (may also be written <bg>).

There are many instances in which you might send BG. For example, if you are elated by something your friend texted you, you might reply, "You just put a BG on my face!"

Some people also use it to convey playfulness, like when joking. For example, you may message your sister, "Did you like that cold shower this morning? BG." after you flushed the toilet on her.

BG is a common acronym used by people with diabetes to refer to blood sugar (glucose) levels. People typically measure BG with a blood glucose meter, which is crucial for managing diabetes. The results guide people in adjusting their insulin, diet, or physical activity to keep their levels within a healthy range, help maintain energy, and avoid complications.

People often use BG online (especially in health-related forums and social groups) and in messages but may also use it in real life. Additionally, they may use BG interchangeably with BS (blood sugar) since both terms refer to the amount of glucose in the bloodstream.

A chatting and texting acronym used to urge a person to be on his best behavior; often used by parents telling their child to not do anything stupid, like burn the house down, when they're apart.