A word that I'm trying to remember

Thread starter annoymage
Start date Sep 9, 2013

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The discussion centers around a specific form of online communication known as leetspeak, where letters are replaced with similar-looking numbers or symbols, such as changing 'a' to '@', 'o' to '()', and 's' to '$'. Participants confirm the term, with variations like "l33tsp34k" also mentioned, highlighting its playful and creative nature in digital conversations.

Sep 9, 2013

annoymage

Hi, I've heard of this one name, or rather it's a name of language that they use on chatting or using password, that goes like changing a to @, o to (), s to $, etc etc. Anyone knows what is the name of that thing?

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Sep 9, 2013

collinsmark

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I think you're thinking of leetspeak.

Sep 9, 2013

annoymage

yes, yes, that's it ! thanks !

Sep 9, 2013

Curious3141

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You mean l33tsp34k.

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