What does OML mean on Snapchat?

Georgina Smith
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OML is a term used frequently across social media and on apps including Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Here’s everything to know about what it means.

Like every other social media platform, there are a number of different slang terms and acronyms used on Snapchat.

OML is one word you might have seen used on Snapchat, whether that’s in the context of a public story post, or direct messages.

If you aren’t sure what it means, here is everything you need to know about what it stands for.

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What does OML mean on Snapchat?

On Snapchat and other social media platforms, OML often stands for ‘Oh My Lord.’ This is an alternative expression to ‘Oh My God’ or ‘OMG,’ and can be used virtually the same way.

OML in this context can be used to express anything from exasperation and anger to excitement. It may be used as part of a sentence, but it can also be used on its own to respond to something someone has sent.

OML can also stand for ‘On My Life’ in many cases. ‘On My Life’ is used to emphasize that what you are saying is entirely true, and can be a shortened version of ‘I swear on my life,’ or something to that effect.

If you want to learn more about how to use Snapchat, you can check out some of our other guides here:

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About The Author

Georgina was formerly an entertainment writer for Dexerto. She covered all aspects of influencer culture on TikTok and more, including creators such as Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae. She also wrote about hit reality shows such as Love Island and Below Deck.