KYS
Texting & Internet Slang abbreviation · Gaming Slang
| Stands for | Kill yourself |
|---|---|
| Categories | Texting & Internet Slang |
KYS stands for Kill yourself, a gaming slang abbreviation.
Severe insult urging someone to commit suicide, typed in toxic gaming chats and online arguments. It is treated as harassment and abuse, not banter.
Example: Got reported after typing kys in team chat, and his account was suspended.
Usage notes
Riot Games, Blizzard, Twitch, Discord and most major platforms list it as a bannable offense under harassment and self-harm rules. Anyone who sees it directed at a vulnerable person should report it. If you or someone you know is in crisis, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the US provides free support by call or text.