In addition to the usual internet abbreviations and jargon, such as BTW for "by the way", and "flame" for "argue furiously", some abbreviations and "lingo" are unique to {{slj}}. Please note that there is no need at all for you to use these abbreviations, and most posters actually do not use them, but in case you are mystified, here is a reference.
| Abbreviation/Lingo | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NSoE | Native Speaker of English | |
| NSoJ | Native Speaker of Japanese | |
| BINANS/BIANANS | But I Am Not A Native Speaker | Used to qualify an answer. Originated by Sean Holland. |
| puzzel | deliberate spelling mistake for "puzzle" | Originated by Michael Cash. |
| gaigin | deliberate spelling mistake for gaijin, Japanese for "westerner". | From {{news|fj.life.in-japan}}. |
| chat machine | computer | From {{news|fj.life.in-japan}}. |
| Hugh | someone who misses a joke | From Sean Holland |