Teen Slang · Online & texting

What does “FT” mean?

'FaceTime' — video calling. 'Ft me later.'

Where “FT” comes from

Apple's FaceTime feature, now a verb.

Why teens actually say it

Quick way to suggest a video call.

What it means for you as a parent

Routine. Worth knowing who they FT with if strangers are involved.

How it’s used

  • “FT me when you get home, I miss you.” Wanting face-to-face connection from afar. Sweet and casual.
  • “We FT’d for three hours last night.” Recapping a long, happy video call. Content and close.

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