What Is Leetspeak?
Leetspeak (also written as 1337, leet, or L33t5p34k) is a stylized way of writing where letters are replaced with numbers or symbols that resemble them. It originated in online communities—especially among hackers and gamers—as a way to:
- Show off tech-savviness or insider status
- Bypass content filters
- Add flair or humor to messages
The word “leet” itself comes from “elite”, implying someone who’s skilled or part of an exclusive group.
Common Leetspeak Substitutions
A => @
E => 3
I => 1
O => 0
S =>$
T => +
In this generator, you can customize your text into leetspeak or otherwise
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