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“You up?” seems like an innocent question, but the frequent hidden meaning (“Do you want to hook up tonight?”) can make responding tricky, especially if you’re not sure what your relationship is with the other person. In this article, we’ll dive into exactly what “You up?” means, what it says about the sender’s intentions, and the best ways to reply. Read on!
Things You Should Know
- A “You up?” text is almost always a test to see if you’re interested in a late-night hookup.
- If you’re not interested, just ignore the text or send a sassy comeback like “Unsubscribe” or “Well I am now!”
- If someone sends a “You up?” text, chances are they’re not interested in a serious emotional or romantic relationship.