AWWL, an internet slang, is short for “啊我死了” (Ah, I’m dying). It is used to express excitement or admiration when seeing something cute or impressive. It can also be used as “啊，是大佬，我死了” (Ah, it’s the boss, I’m dying) to show infinite respect towards someone superior.

Internet language refers to a type of language that is generated from or applied to online communication. It includes various combinations of Chinese and English characters, punctuation, symbols, pinyin, icons (images), and text. These combinations often convey special meanings in specific online media. In the early 1990s, netizens developed a specific language to improve the efficiency of online chatting or to create humor and amusement. Over time, it has evolved into a distinct form of communication.