Teen Slang · Online & texting

What does “Sksksk” mean?

Typed-out keyboard smash showing laughter, excitement, or secondhand embarrassment. 'sksksk stop.'

Where “Sksksk” comes from

Associated with 'VSCO girl' culture around 2019; mimics flailing/giggling by mashing the s and k keys.

Why teens actually say it

Teens type it to react with laughter or flustered excitement.

What it means for you as a parent

A texting-only sound effect. No concern.

How it’s used

  • “sksksk stop, you’re too much.” Typed-out laughter and flustered excitement in chat.
  • “sksksk I cannot believe he said that.” Giddy, secondhand-embarrassed reaction over text.

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