async

abbreviation / adj/ˈeɪsɪŋk/ 🔊 listen

async is short for “asynchronous”. In remote work, it describes communication where people don't need to be online at the same time — replies come later.

📖 Meanings

1Asynchronous (communication/work)
"Let's keep it async, no meeting needed." — (no live meeting)
2Not requiring instant replies (workflow)
"Our team works async across time zones." — (across time zones)

🔄 Often confused

async vs sync →real-time →remote work →

💬 Work phrases

async meetingasync updatework async
❓ What does “Let's keep it async” mean?