Do you want to know what does FT mean on Snapchat?
The advent of instant messaging apps like WhatsApp, Snapchat, Facebook Messenger, etc. has made a significant impact on the way we communicate will be an understatement. These applications have completely revolutionized not only the means of our communication but also the language.
The use of acronyms and abbreviations has become the norm on Snapchat. More often than not, we come across a certain slang word or phrase that we are not familiar with which leaves us scratching our heads. Let’s face it, it is also quite embarrassing to be caught off guard when unfamiliar acronyms pop up in our chats.
If you are reading this article, you may have received a text like “Let’s FT” and you might be wondering – what does it mean?
This article will help you understand the meaning of ‘FT’ and how to use it on Snapchat.
What Does FT Mean on Snapchat?
‘FT’ stands for ‘FaceTime’ on Snapchat.
When someone mentions ‘FT’ on Snapchat, it means that they want to get on a video call with you.
We know what you are thinking, “Isn’t FaceTime a video calling feature on iPhone?”. You are absolutely right! Thanks to Steve Jobs and his brilliant marketing tactic, FaceTime has become synonymous with video calling.
‘FT’ can also mean a few other things but in this article, we will only focus on its most widely understood meaning which is ‘FaceTime’.
How Do I Use FT on Snapchat?
You can use ‘FT’ in your Snapchat conversations when you want to get on a video call with someone. Here are a few examples of how you can use ‘FT’ in a sentence:
- “I haven’t seen you in so long, FT?”
- “Let’s FT, I want to show you something”
- “Can’t type, FT?”
How Do I Video Call on Snapchat?
As we discussed previously, FaceTime is an iPhone-exclusive feature and it has got nothing to do with Snapchat.
If you don’t know how to video call someone on Snapchat, follow the steps below to find out how:
- Open Snapchat on your phone.
- Swipe right to see your chats.
- Go to your friend’s chat or group chat.
- Tap on the video icon in the right top corner to start a video call.
You can video chat with up to 15 friends on Snapchat and it even lets you use live filters and lenses during the call. However, keep in mind that not everybody will be comfortable getting on a video call with you in an instant. It is always a best practice to ask for consent before you make the call.
Just a heads up, your friend will be able to see your video before accepting the call.
Conclusion
Just like ‘FT’ on Snapchat means FaceTime, there are several other acronyms that are a little tricky to understand. The credit for this steep slang learning curve goes to the large number of millennial and Gen-Z users. This means that the slang words used on the platform will keep on evolving based on new trends.
‘FT’ can also mean other things so make sure to use this acronym in the correct context to avoid any misunderstanding.
