What Does WYLL Mean?

WYLL stands for "What You Look Like" - it's a way to ask someone to send a photo of themselves or describe their appearance. Most commonly used on Snapchat, TikTok, and in text conversations.

Origin: Text messaging and Snapchat culture

Usage: "WYLL?" (What do you look like? / Send me a picture)

How WYLL Is Used on Social Media

Snapchat Usage

• Starting conversations: "Hey, WYLL?"
• New connections: "We've been talking but WYLL?"
• Snap requests: "WYLL? Send a pic"

TikTok Usage

• Comments: "WYLL? 👀"
• DM conversations: Using WYLL to request photos
• Trend videos: "POV: Someone asked me WYLL"

Text Messages

• Getting to know someone: "So WYLL?"
• Online dating: "WYLL before we meet?"
• Friend requests: "WYLL? Curious"

Examples in Context

Starting conversations:

• "Hey! WYLL?"
• "We've been chatting for a while, WYLL?"
• "WYLL? I'm curious now"

Making new connections:

• "Added you from mutual friends, WYLL?"
• "Saw your username, WYLL?"
• "We should meet up, WYLL first though?"

Casual exchanges:

• "WYLL? I'll send one back"
• "Everyone's sending pics, WYLL?"
• "WYLL? No pressure tho"

How to Respond to WYLL

If you're comfortable:

• Send a current photo
• Send a selfie
• Share a recent picture from your profile

If you're not comfortable:

• "Check my profile"
• "I have pics on my Instagram"
• "Not sending pics right now"
• "Let's chat more first"

Alternative responses:

• "WYLL first?"
• "You first lol"
• "Trade pics?"

WYLL Etiquette

Do's:

• Ask politely
• Respect if someone declines
• Offer to send yours first
• Keep it casual and friendly

Don'ts:

• Pressure people for photos
• Get upset at refusals
• Ask immediately after connecting
• Send unsolicited photos

Related Acronyms

• WYD: What You Doing
• WYA: Where You At
• WYF: Where You From
• HMU: Hit Me Up
• SYL: See You Later
• WBY: What About You

Common Variations

Similar phrases:

• "What do you look like?"
• "Send a pic"
• "Face reveal?"
• "Show me what you look like"

Extended versions:

• "WYLL IRL" (What you look like in real life)
• "WYLL rn" (What you look like right now)
• "WYLL fr" (What you look like for real)

When WYLL Is Used

Common scenarios:

• Making new online friends
• Connecting with people from apps
• Anonymous social media interactions
• Group chats with new members
• Dating app conversations
• Gaming community connections

Safety Considerations

Important reminders:

• Don't feel pressured to send photos
• Be cautious with strangers
• Check the person's account first
• Trust your instincts
• Report suspicious behavior
• Consider privacy settings

Red flags:

• Immediate requests after adding
• Pressure or guilt-tripping
• Requests for specific types of photos
• Getting angry at refusals

Alternative Ways to Share Your Appearance

Instead of direct photos:

• "Check out my profile"
• "I have pics on my Instagram"
• "Look at my TikTok"
• Link to public social media
• Describe yourself instead

Important Notes

• Privacy first: Never feel obligated to send photos
• Context matters: More appropriate after chatting for a while
• Platform specific: Most common on Snapchat
• Age appropriate: Popular among teens and young adults
• Respect boundaries: Accept "no" gracefully

WYLL is a common way people get to know each other online, but always prioritize your safety and comfort when responding.