When you see the acronym GTS in texting or on social media like TikTok and Snapchat, it generally stands for “Go To Sleep.” Sometimes, it can also mean “Good Times.”
There are several other possible meanings, but let’s first take a close look at the most common ones.
How to Use GTS?
GTS means the same thing in text messages, on Tiktok, Snapchat, and other social media platforms. Let’s see how to use it in its two major meanings.
Since “GTS” is slang, so it’s best used in casual situations, like texting friends or family members.
Go To Sleep
When used as “Go To Sleep,” GTS is a quick and simple way to say you want to stop texting or chatting on social media because you’re going to bed, or you’re suggesting the other person should also go to sleep.
Meanwhile, by texting GTS, you let the other people know that you will not respond and also give that reason if they continue text you again.
Imagine you are texting someone late at night.
You feel sleepy and tired, so you write something like, “I will GTS now. Let’s talk tomorrow!”
Here GTS is used to tell someone that you’re ending the chat because you’re going to sleep.
You can also text something like “GTS now! It’s almost midnight!” You can find here GTS is used to suggest someone else should also do the same thing – go to bed.
Good Times
On the other side, when GTS is used as “Good Times”, you can write something like, “Hey, remember the summer when we went to Florida together? GTS!” You can also use GTS in post captions, especially if you are posting a picture from the past.
How to Respond to GTS?
As you now know, there are generally two meanings of GTS, so there are two ways to respond accordingly depending on the context in which GTS is used.
How to Respond to “Go To Sleep”
When someone texts you GTS with the intention of “Go To Sleep”, it generally indicates that the conversation is coming to an end for the night. Your response should acknowledge this and potentially set up for future conversations.
Example 1: When your friend want to end the conversation
- Friend: “I’m super tired, gonna GTS now. Goodnight!”
- You (When you’re not ready to sleep): “Okay, GTS and have a good night! Let’s continue the chat tomorrow”
- You (If you’re also sleepy): “GTS sounds like a plan. I’m exhausted too. Goodnight!”
Example 2: When your friend suggest both should head to bed
- Friend:”It’s late, we should both GTS. Night!”:
- You: (If you’re night is still young): “Alright, GTS and sleep well! I might read a bit more but will head to bed soon too.”
- You: (When you’re on the same page): “Agreed, GTS it is. Was about to crash anyway. Night!”
How to Respond to “Good Times”
When someone mention “GTS” to recall “Good Times,” it’s a good chance to enage deeper into those shared memories or to show how much you cherish those moments.
Example 1: A friend text you
- Friend: “Remember our road trip last year? GTS!”:
- You (Reply with your own fond memory): “Definitely GTS! Especially the night we camped under the stars. Let’s plan another road trip soon!”
- You: (Acknowledge and suggest another get-together): “Totally GTS! We need to create more memories. How about a reunion this summer?”
Example 1: On social media
When someone shares a throwback photo on platforms like Snapchat or Instagram with the caption, “Summer 2019 #GTS,” it signifies a fond look back at enjoyable moments spent together during that time.
If you want to highlight a specific memory from that time, you can respond like: “Oh, for sure GTS! Remember when we got lost but found that amazing beach? Best day ever!”
You can also show your appreciation for the past and optimism for the future: “Those were indeed GTS! Can’t wait for our next adventure. More good times ahead!”
Other Meanings
GTS can also mean several other things, which is good to know in order to avoid misunderstandings. For example, it can mean the following:
- Goody Two Shoes – When someone is almost too good
- God, That S*cked
- Global Trading System/Station
- Get That Sh*t
- Gym, Tan, Smush
- Ghost In The Shell – A name of an anime show
Alternatives and Variations
When you want to say you’re going to sleep soon, you can use several other phrases instead of GTS:
- GN – Good Night
- Nighty-night
- Hit the sack
- Pass out
- Crash
- Zonk Out
Conclusion
GTS is a versatile acronym that can mean several things, but its two most common meanings are “Go To Sleep” and “Good Times.” The first meaning is more prevalent than the second one in texting and on social media.
If you receive a message with GTS, determine the intended meaning by looking at the context of the conversation.