CEFR A2

dm

noun

Meaning

A private message sent directly to a user on a social media platform or app.

Examples

I'll send you a DM with the details.
She asked him to DM her if he had any questions.

Synonyms: private message, direct message, inbox message, personal note

Learn English that separates you from the crowd with Anaversity: private classes, Ani practice, Campus tools, and a public English-learning community.

dm (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: diːˈɛm

Definition

A private message sent directly to a user on a social media platform or app.

Examples

I'll send you a DM with the details.
She asked him to DM her if he had any questions.
Check your DMs for the confirmation code.

How to Use dm

DM someone (verb pattern): To send a direct message to a specific person. — "I'll DM you the details later."
send a DM (collocation): To transmit a direct message. — "Please send a DM if you have questions."
check your DMs (collocation): To look at the direct messages you have received. — "Check your DMs for the confirmation."

Synonyms of dm

Words with a similar meaning to dm:

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary