hlm
/lm/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'ttyl' (talk to you later) can be expressed in Spanish as hlm.
An alternative informal way to express this sentiment is the phrase Nos vemos, which literally translates to 'We'll see each other'.
Meaning: talk to you later (phrase)
How do you pronounce it?
/lm/
Did you know?
- While 'hlm' stands for 'Hablamos luego', in many Spanish-speaking digital spaces, users simply use the English acronym 'ttyl' because of the heavy influence of internet slang.
- In digital slang, Spanish speakers may use the abbreviation tkm meaning te quiero mucho, often paired with hlm to add an affectionate tone to the sign-off.
- While nos vemos is a common way to say 'ttyl', using it with a stranger in some cultures can be seen as an overly optimistic or friendly gesture since it implies a future encounter.
Examples in context
- Nos vemos, amigo.See you, my friend.
Example conversation
Two friends are chatting via text message.
- DanielYa llegué a casa.I'm home now.
- LucíaQué bueno, yo estoy ocupada.That's great, I'm busy.
- DanielNo hay problema, hlm.No problem, ttyl.
- LucíaDale, hablamos luego.Okay, we'll talk later.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
