SAL

What does SAL stand for in messages?

Such a laugh

SAL is similar to the classic LOL, but is often used when something is so absurd or ridiculous that it's laughable. For example, your friend may recount an unbelievable mishap, and you react with "SAL" to communicate an amused yet incredulous reaction.

Emerging in digital conversations in the 2000s, SAL is meant to be an emotive shortcut to express both delight and disbelief. You may see it in various types of messages, including texts, online in forums, and on social sites, such as X (formerly Twitter), Snapchat, and Facebook.

Example

just watched that video you sent me
omg, sal! i can't believe he actually did that
right?! his face when he slipped was priceless

Chandler with the SAL

Related Slang

LOLLaughing out loud
ALOLActually laughing out loud
CSLCan't stop laughing
hahaLaughing
HMSLHolding my sides laughing
LBVSLaughing but very serious
SCNRSorry, could not resist
SOHFSense of humor failure
heheLaughing

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Updated February 11, 2026

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