Tone Glossary

Browse 3 tone terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

3 Tone Terms

NGL: Short for 'not gonna lie,' used to frame a statement as candid or blunt. In technical chat it often softens criticism by sounding conversational.
No Worries: A casual reassurance meaning the issue is fine, forgiven, or not a problem. In work chat it often softens small mistakes or delays.
Salty: Annoyed, bitter, or resentful, usually in a visible or slightly petty way. In tech chat it often describes reactions to launches, code reviews, and public...