What does STTM mean on TikTok?

Kawter Abed
What does STTM mean on TikTok?

While using TikTok, you might have encountered the term ‘STTM’ — but what does the acronym stand for, and when do you use it?

TikTok is well-known for its short-form videos, and it’s also become a breeding ground for viral trends, slang terms, and abbreviations that can be confusing for those not in the know.

Given the app‘s emphasis on brief, engaging content, TikTok users often rely on acronyms to convey their messages efficiently. These range from well-known internet slang to platform-specific terms.

‘STTM’ is a term that has been around on the internet for a while, and has been used across many social media platforms. If you’ve ever seen someone use it in a video, caption, or comment, here’s everything you need to know about what it means.

STTM meaning on TikTok

On TikTok, STTM usually stands for ‘Stop Talking To Me.’ It’s a direct and somewhat dismissive response, indicating that the person using it no longer wants to engage in the current discussion.

STTM can be used in various scenarios. It might appear in the comments section of a video, where a user wants to signal disinterest with the ongoing discussion. The term could also be used humorously or playfully among friends, as part of an inside joke or as a light-hearted way to change the subject.

Although that is the most common meaning of STTM, there are other things it could also stand for. Examples include ‘Send This To Me,’ ‘Something Tells Me,’ or ‘Short Term Trading Market.’

The definition of the term will ultimately differ depending on the context of the conversation, but it is a frequently used word on TikTok and beyond.

If you’re struggling to understand some of the most used words on TikTok, such as ‘mid,’ or ‘BFFR,’ then you can check out our slang guide here.

About The Author

Kawter Abed is a London-based Entertainment Writer at Dexerto. She covers celebrity and reality TV news, and the latest viral TikTok trends. Kawter has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Media, and a Master’s in International Journalism. When she's not covering celebrities and TikTok stories, she enjoys reading, binging shows on Netflix, and playing nostalgic Nintendo games. You can contact her at kawter.abed@dexerto.com