In an age of texting and social media, it is all too easy to see quick acronyms and abbreviations like “WSG” pop up everywhere. If you are a new learner of the slang or wondering how to respond to it, “WSG” means “What’s good?” “What’s going on?” Like or “How’s it going?”, it is an informal friendly greeting with which one begins a conversation or gets started and in the response to her or while introducing a conversation with her. A few of the creative replies can lead to fun engaging conversations. All you need to know about how to handle a “WSG,” along with strategies for what you can say in return to keep the conversation going, follows.
What, really does “WSG” mean?
Take a deep breath before you even start to respond to “WSG.” Who is this? Is this a friend, an acquaintance, a colleague, or just someone you’re loosely connecting with? The very best response usually depends on context:
Friends: In case a friend sends you “WSG,” it is probably that they are just passing by and, sometimes, they just would be friends. So a very nonchalant response is what is needed in this case.
Acquaintances: Well, if you hardly know the person, a rather short but energetic response will help to melt the ice.
Romantic interest: When it is at someone whom you feel chemistry with, respond with an interesting or engaging response; now you have a shot at something worthwhile.
Imaginative ways to respond to “WSG”.
Some responses to different moods or situations are as follows:
Relaxed, light-hearted responses
“Not much, just cool! You?”- A very classic and simple response
“Just finished my latest Netflix binge. Any recommendations?”- Perfect for turning conversations over favorite shows.
“Nothing too exciting, unless you count finding my left sock.” – Adds a bit of humor
“Just the usual-being great. You?” – A nice light-hearted, confidence boosting response.
Interesting Reactions That Create Curiosity
“Oh, you wouldn’t believe me if I told you!” This is a kind of response that makes the listener want to know more.
“I could tell you, but then I’d have to keep it a secret.” – Even an even more mysterious answer that makes the listener curious.
“Just found out I have a superpower. Want to know what it is?” – Tease the other person with an interesting and playful tone, inviting them to ask the question.
“What a big deal now! Guess what it is?” – Invites them to guess to keep the pace flowing.
Flirty Answers for Romantic Interests
“Well, talking to you made my day!” – An easy trick to go for that little sugarcoated sweetness.
“Waiting to talk to an interesting person. well, wait, it’s you!”- Adds a subtle, flattery flavor to the text.
“Working on figuring out how to ask you out… 😉 “-Daring and bold, best suited for a crush
“Thinking should text you first or wait for you to text me.”-A playful response that goes ahead to show eagerness and interest
Friendly replies
“Not much, just surviving. How about you?” – A relief answer that speaks volumes to your humor-savvy friends.
“You know, the usual chaos! Got a plan?” – lets the conversation fluidly head towards projects or current events.
“Nothing exciting here! Remind me why life isn’t like the movies.” – adds a lighter touch as invites your friend to share.
“Well, if you find eating pizza interesting, then yes!” – An appropriate answer in the case of inside jokes with friends.
Keep the conversation flowing
An overwhelming response to “WSG” is just the beginning. Here are a few tips for keeping the flow of conversation going and truly meaningful.
Ask open-ended questions.
Open-ended questions encourage the other person to share more than they would in a normal conversation, making it deeper and more interesting. Some options include:
“So, what have you been up to lately?”
“Have you got any cool projects or hobbies keeping you busy?”
“What’s been the highlight of your week?”
These questions really ask about that person and show genuine interest in getting feedback about things they might be worried about.
Share something personal.
Sharing a little bit about yourself can make the conversation more relevant and interesting:
“I just started learning guitar, and my fingers are in terrible pain!”
“Just returned from a trip. I miss it now.”
“Just trying out this new recipe, but I am really lackluster about cooking!”
Personal stories make conversations richer and often elicit the experiences of other people.
Be funny. Suggestions can be very personable, especially if you suspect they are passionate about the same things.
“That new movie just came out – you have to watch it.”
“I’ve been listening to this really great podcast lately; you’re going to love it!”
“If you ever are looking for something new to play, I found one that is REALLY, REALLY addictive.”
This is ideal for bringing up conversations about common interests or new interests.
Dealing with brief or one-word answers
At times, the best of your intentions may fall short, and the other party may respond with brief, one-word answers. This is not a sign that he does not want to discuss but may be too busy or unsure if he wants to have a conversation. Here is what you do:
Respond with excitement.
If they say “not much” or “not really,” you can go back with something enthusiastic to re-fire the conversation:
“It’s fair, sometimes the low-key days are the best! Any fun plans for the weekend?”
“Absolutely understand! Want to be there and make some exciting plans soon?”
This response lets them say it and then helps continue the conversation.
Change the subject.
If things get slow, pivot the conversation to another subject:
“By the way, I saw this funny meme and it reminded me of you!”
“Oh, have you seen that new game everyone’s talking about?”
Maybe, after all, changing the subject can start a new conversation precisely because it is just what it needs.
Ask for their opinion.
Everybody wants to share his opinions, and questions like these can help open him up:
“What is your opinion on (the topic)?”
“I was thinking about (activity/topic) – what do you think?”
This makes them feel like their input is valued and that the conversation is really a discussion.
Using “WSG” to check-in
When you’re a “WSG” sender, it’s good to follow up with additional conversation starters to keep things flowing:
“WSG! Haven’t heard from you in a while. How have you been?”
“WSG? Any interesting stories since we last spoke?
“WSG! I have a funny story for you if you’re ready to chat.”
Add a little something to your greeting to show that you are really interested and will want them to open up to you.
Knowing when to end the conversation.
Sometimes, conversations naturally get to that point where they slow down. Knowing how to end it gracefully can keep things positive:
“It was great catching up! Let’s chat again soon.”
“Gotta run, but it was fun. Have a nice day!”
“Nice to hear from you. Take care and keep in touch.”
Such responses allow a good friendly closure to the conversation and do not close the door on further conversations.
Result
Answering “WSG” is straightforward, but to keep the conversation memorable requires a bit of creativity. You can make that simple greeting become a real connection through humor or personal stories or interesting questions. Tailoring your responses based on the context and personality of the person you are speaking to may lead to meaningful and fun interactions. So the next time someone tosses at you “WSG,” you’ll be better equipped to keep the conversation fun, lively, and memorable.
