HT
HT has 3 meanings
- 1.Hi there
- 2.Heard Through
- 3.Hat Tip
Heard Through
An acronym used on Twitter when posting where you heard some information; often references a person, organization, or a webpage.
Example
HT TechCrunch that Apple released the new iPad today
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Hat Tip
Tweeters use "HT" to give a "hat tip" to another user. This is a way of crediting the other user for providing an idea, comment, or link. For example, if a tweet says "HT to @AwesomeUser for pointing that out," it means the idea in the tweet originally came from @AwesomeUser.
In ye olden days, people tipped their hats at others as a sign of respect. On Twitter, HT is also a sign of respect - because it gives credit to those who originated (or originally shared) an idea.
Example
HT to @SlangBoy for their awesome definition of HT
Attaboy
On Twitter, HT is a virtual hat tip
Related Slang
| h/t | Hat tip |
| LRT | Last retweet |
| PRT | Please Retweet |
| QRT | Quote retweet |
| Retweet offender | A person who constantly retweets on Twitter |
| Attaboy | Good job |
| Attagirl | Good job |
| GJ | Good job |
| GJP | Good job partner |
| WTG | Way to go |
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HT is a quick way to greet someone in a message, whether in a DM, text, etc. For example, a friend may text you, "HT, just wanted to let you know that you are gonna kill your interview today!"
People use HT to be friendly, whether they are joining a conversation or starting one (perhaps they are joining a forum or an online game). For example, you may join a gaming campaign online, "HT! Thanks for letting me join!"
Besides HT, there are many ways to greet people. Other options include Oiy, yo, and sup.