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What Is a Subtweet on Twitter?

Understanding Twitter lingo

By Elise Moreau Elise Moreau Freelance Contributor University of Ontario George Brown College Elise Moreau is a writer that has covered social media, texting, messaging, and streaming for Lifewire. Her work has appeared on Techvibes, SlashGear, Lifehack and others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 29, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Twitter Facebook Pinterest Twitter Snapchat Instagram YouTube Online Dating Subtweet is short for subliminal tweet. In other words, it's a Twitter post about somebody that doesn't actually mention their @username or their real name.

Why Do People Subtweet

Subtweeting is often used to make a comment about someone while keeping their identity vague so that no one will (probably) figure out who you're talking about. You may have seen these types of posts on Facebook and other social networks. Examples include cryptic status updates or captions where the poster is clearly directing their message at someone without naming the person. Subtweets are commonly used to say something negative about a person. Still, subtweets can also show admiration for somebody when you're too shy to let them know. Subtweeting gives people a way to express themselves more genuinely, without being too open about it. PrismaIllustration / Getty Images

Tweet vs Subtweet Example

If you want somebody to see your critical tweet, you might say: I didn't think @username's cupcakes were very delicious. The user would get a notification that they were mentioned in your tweet, and the whole world would see it. If you wanted to turn that into a subtweet so that the person you're referring to doesn't get a notification, you could say: There's a guy that I follow on Twitter who just gave me a cupcake, and I didn't think it tasted very good. That way, you can express your feelings without starting a conflict. If your friends and followers can figure out who gave you the cupcake, it could draw them into the drama and make things worse than if you had just been more direct in the first place. Be careful what you post on Twitter. Just because you don't mention a person's name doesn't mean they won't eventually see what you tweet. FAQ How do I edit a tweet after publishing it? There's currently no way to edit a tweet. Instead, go to your profile, copy the tweet, then delete it. Next, paste the copied text into a new tweet, make the desired revisions, and publish it. How do I delete a tweet? To delete a tweet, go to your profile and find the tweet. Select the arrow > Delete, > Delete. How do I quote a tweet? To quote a tweet, go to the tweet and select Retweet > Quote Tweet, type a comment > Retweet.
How do I deactivate my Twitter account? To deactivate a Twitter account, go to More > Settings and Privacy > Your Account > Deactivate your account. You can reactivate Twitter within 30 days. After that, your account is deleted. How do I make my Twitter private? To hide your tweets from the general public, go to More > Settings and Privacy > Your Account > Account Information > Protected Tweets > Protect My Tweets. To prevent a specific person from viewing your tweets, block users on Twitter. What is a Tweetstorm? A Tweetstorm is series of tweets from one person about a singular topic. Tweetstorms are often characterized as long and controversial Twitter threads. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Set up a Twitter Account How to Schedule Tweets on Twitter Using TweetDeck How to Search Twitter Images How to Search Your Own Tweets in Your Twitter Feed How to Reply on Twitter How to Tweet a GIF on Twitter How to Turn off the Twitter Timeline Algorithm How to Save Twitter Videos on iOS, Android, and Windows How to Delete a Twitter Account Permanently What Is Twitter & How Does It Work? How to Delete One or All of Your Tweets How to Come up with Twitter Parody Account Ideas How to Use Twitter @Replies and Direct Messages If You Block Someone on Twitter, Do They Know? How to Find Twitter Hashtags to Amplify Your Tweets How to Get Followers on Twitter Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies