The full form of istg is I swear to God
In internet chatting and text messaging, the acronym “istg” means the phrase “I swear to God.”
Origin of ISTG
The phrase “I swear to God” has been used for hundreds of years and is taken from the Old English word “swear” which means an oath. The phrase translates to an oath or promise to God, which is not to be taken lightly for fear that the person saying it would go to hell if they were lying. The phrase was carried over to chatting and texting when they grew in popularity and shortened to the acronym “ISTG” for convenience.
Example Conversations
Friend 1: I am going to tell Greg that you like him tomorrow.
Friend 2: No! Bethany, please do not do that!
Friend 1: Why not? I am pretty sure he likes you too. What is the problem?
Friend 2: ISTG! If you tell him I will never talk to you again!
Friend 1: Ugh! Fine!
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