BRB
abbreviationbee-ar-bee (be right back)
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BRB stands for "Be Right Back". You type it in online chat to let people know you're stepping away for a few minutes — so they don't wonder why you went silent.
📖 Meanings
1stepping away briefly and returning soon
"brb 5 mins" — (back in 5)
2a short break — unlike AFK, BRB implies you'll return quickly
"gonna brb real quick" — (stepping away for a moment)
🔄 Related terms
💬 Phrases
brb real quickbrb 5 minsgonna brb
❓ What's the main difference between BRB and AFK?