Receiving a “TBH” (To Be Honest) on Snapchat can be a bit of a mixed bag. Sometimes it’s a compliment, other times it’s an honest critique. Handling these messages effectively can help you navigate your Snapchat interactions smoothly.
Whether you’re looking to respond with gratitude, humor, or a thoughtful reply, knowing how to reply to a TBH can make a difference in how your conversations go. Here are 30 creative and varied responses to help you out.
1. “Thanks for the honesty! š”
A simple and appreciative response to acknowledge the TBH.
When to use: When you want to show appreciation for their honesty.
When not to use: If the feedback was harsh or you donāt want to engage further.
Example:
“Thanks for the honesty! š”
2. “I appreciate your candor!”
Shows that you value their straightforwardness and are open to feedback.
When to use: When you want to acknowledge their honest opinion respectfully.
When not to use: If the feedback is hurtful or not constructive.
Example:
“I appreciate your candor!”
3. “Thatās really kind of you to say!”
Great for responding to a positive or flattering TBH.
When to use: When the TBH is a compliment or praise.
When not to use: If the TBH contains negative feedback.
Example:
“Thatās really kind of you to say!”
4. “Glad you think so! š”
A casual, positive response that keeps the conversation light.
When to use: When you want to keep the interaction friendly and upbeat.
When not to use: If the feedback requires a deeper discussion.
Example:
“Glad you think so! š”
5. “I didnāt know you felt that way. Thanks for sharing!”
Shows that youāre open to understanding their perspective.
When to use: When the TBH provides new information or insights.
When not to use: If the feedback is too personal or invasive.
Example:
“I didnāt know you felt that way. Thanks for sharing!”
6. “Iāll take that as a compliment!”
A playful way to respond to a positive TBH.
When to use: When the TBH is positive and you want to respond with a bit of humor.
When not to use: If the TBH is critical or negative.
Example:
“Iāll take that as a compliment!”
7. “Honest feedback is always appreciated.”
Acknowledges the feedback and shows you value it.
When to use: When you want to show that you appreciate constructive criticism.
When not to use: If the feedback is too harsh or unkind.
Example:
“Honest feedback is always appreciated.”
8. “I see where youāre coming from.”
Indicates that you understand their perspective.
When to use: When you want to show empathy and understanding.
When not to use: If the feedback is something you disagree with strongly.
Example:
“I see where youāre coming from.”
9. “Iāll keep that in mind!”
A way to show that you are considering their feedback.
When to use: When you want to acknowledge the feedback and show willingness to improve.
When not to use: If the feedback is irrelevant or not useful.
Example:
“Iāll keep that in mind!”
10. “Do you have any suggestions for improvement?”
Shows youāre open to constructive criticism and want to improve.
When to use: When youāre looking for more detailed feedback or advice.
When not to use: If the feedback is more of a general comment rather than constructive criticism.
Example:
“Do you have any suggestions for improvement?”
11. “I appreciate your honesty. Letās talk more about it.”
Opens up the conversation for more in-depth discussion.
When to use: When you want to dive deeper into their feedback.
When not to use: If the feedback is something you prefer to leave as is.
Example:
“I appreciate your honesty. Letās talk more about it.”
12. “Thanks for being upfront!”
Acknowledge their directness and show appreciation.
When to use: When you want to positively recognize their straightforwardness.
When not to use: If the TBH is something youāre uncomfortable discussing further.
Example:
“Thanks for being upfront!”
13. “Interesting perspective, thanks for sharing!”
A neutral response that acknowledges their view.
When to use: When you want to acknowledge their perspective without going too deep.
When not to use: If the feedback is something you find offensive or uncomfortable.
Example:
“Interesting perspective, thanks for sharing!”
14. “Iām glad you feel comfortable sharing this with me.”
Shows you value their openness and honesty.
When to use: When you appreciate their willingness to be honest with you.
When not to use: If the feedback is too personal or makes you uncomfortable.
Example:
“Iām glad you feel comfortable sharing this with me.”
12. “Thanks for being upfront!”
Acknowledges their directness and shows you appreciate their clear communication.
When to use: When someone provides a straightforward and honest TBH.
When not to use: If the feedback is too blunt or hurtful.
Example:
“Thanks for being upfront!”
13. “Interesting perspective, thanks for sharing!”
A way to acknowledge their viewpoint without agreeing or disagreeing.
When to use: When you find their opinion intriguing but want to keep things neutral.
When not to use: If you strongly disagree with their perspective.
Example:
“Interesting perspective, thanks for sharing!”
14. “Thatās a new take on it. Iāll think about it.”
Shows that youāre open to considering their point of view.
When to use: When the TBH offers a fresh perspective or new insight.
When not to use: If the feedback is something you already knew or considered.
Example:
“Thatās a new take on it. Iāll think about it.”
15. “I wasnāt expecting that, but thanks for being honest.”
Acknowledges that their feedback was unexpected but appreciated.
When to use: When the TBH is surprising but not necessarily negative.
When not to use: If the feedback is overwhelmingly negative or upsetting.
Example:
“I wasnāt expecting that, but thanks for being honest.”
16. “I appreciate you taking the time to be honest.”
Shows gratitude for their effort in providing genuine feedback.
When to use: When someone puts thought into their response.
When not to use: If their feedback is not constructive or useful.
Example:
“I appreciate you taking the time to be honest.”
17. “Thatās definitely something to think about.”
Indicates that you are considering their feedback carefully.
When to use: When the TBH is thoughtful and requires reflection.
When not to use: If the feedback is trivial or irrelevant.
Example:
“Thatās definitely something to think about.”
18. “Thanks for your thoughts. Iāll work on it.”
A proactive way to respond to constructive criticism.
When to use: When you want to show that you are willing to improve based on their feedback.
When not to use: If you have no intention of addressing the feedback.
Example:
“Thanks for your thoughts. Iāll work on it.”
19. “I value your opinion. Letās chat more about this.”
Opens up a dialogue for further discussion.
When to use: When you want to explore their feedback further.
When not to use: If you prefer to leave the discussion as it is.
Example:
“I value your opinion. Letās chat more about this.”
20. “Iām glad you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts with me.”
Shows appreciation for their openness.
When to use: When the TBH is honest and the person is being transparent.
When not to use: If the feedback feels too personal or invasive.
Example:
“Iām glad you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts with me.”
21. “Thanks for being real with me.”
Acknowledges their genuine response.
When to use: When you value their honesty and want to appreciate it.
When not to use: If the feedback is harsh or difficult to hear.
Example:
“Thanks for being real with me.”
22. “Thatās a good point. Iāll consider it.”
Shows that you recognize the validity of their feedback.
When to use: When the TBH provides a valuable insight or suggestion.
When not to use: If you donāt agree with their point or find it irrelevant.
Example:
“Thatās a good point. Iāll consider it.”
23. “Iām glad youāre honest with me. It helps a lot.”
Acknowledges the value of their honesty in your interaction.
When to use: When their feedback is constructive and helpful.
When not to use: If the feedback is negative or unhelpful.
Example:
“Iām glad youāre honest with me. It helps a lot.”
24. “Thatās a fair assessment. Thanks for letting me know.”
Shows that you understand and accept their feedback.
When to use: When the TBH is a balanced critique.
When not to use: If you disagree with their assessment.
Example:
“Thatās a fair assessment. Thanks for letting me know.”
25. “I see where youāre coming from. Thanks for the feedback!”
Acknowledges their perspective and thanks them for their input.
When to use: When you want to show understanding and appreciation.
When not to use: If their feedback is overly negative.
Example:
“I see where youāre coming from. Thanks for the feedback!”
26. “Iām open to hearing more about that.”
Shows that youāre willing to explore their feedback further.
When to use: When you want to engage in a deeper discussion.
When not to use: If the feedback is something you donāt want to discuss further.
Example:
“Iām open to hearing more about that.”
27. “Your honesty means a lot to me.”
Expresses gratitude for their genuine response.
When to use: When you appreciate their straightforwardness.
When not to use: If the feedback is too harsh or unkind.
Example:
“Your honesty means a lot to me.”
28. “Thatās an interesting take. Iāll think it over.”
Shows that you find their feedback intriguing and will consider it.
When to use: When their feedback is thought-provoking.
When not to use: If you donāt find their feedback relevant.
Example:
“Thatās an interesting take. Iāll think it over.”
29. “Iām glad you shared that with me.”
Indicates that you appreciate their willingness to provide feedback.
When to use: When their TBH is constructive and you value their opinion.
When not to use: If the feedback is negative or hurtful.
Example:
“Iām glad you shared that with me.”
30. “Thanks for your honesty. Itās really helpful.”
A way to show that you find their feedback valuable.
When to use: When their feedback is useful and appreciated.
When not to use: If the feedback is not something you want to address.
Example:
“Thanks for your honesty. Itās really helpful.”
Top 10 Editor Choice Responses
- “Thanks for the honesty! š”
Situation: When you want to show appreciation for their straightforwardness.
Example:
“Thanks for the honesty! š” - “I appreciate your candor!”
Situation: When the feedback is honest and you want to acknowledge it respectfully.
Example:
“I appreciate your candor!” - “Thatās really kind of you to say!”
Situation: When receiving positive feedback.
Example:
“Thatās really kind of you to say!” - “I didnāt know you felt that way. Thanks for sharing!”
Situation: When the TBH provides new information or insight.
Example:
“I didnāt know you felt that way. Thanks for sharing!” - “Do you have any suggestions for improvement?”
Situation: When looking for more detailed feedback or advice.
Example:
“Do you have any suggestions for improvement?” - “Thanks for being upfront!”
Situation: When you value directness and clear communication.
Example:
“Thanks for being upfront!” - “Iām glad you think so!”
Situation: When the TBH is positive and you want to respond casually.
Example:
“Iām glad you think so!” - “Thatās a good point. Iāll consider it.”
Situation: When the feedback is valuable and you want to show consideration.
Example:
“Thatās a good point. Iāll consider it.” - “Iām open to hearing more about that.”
Situation: When you want to engage in a deeper discussion about their feedback.
Example:
“Iām open to hearing more about that.” - “Your honesty means a lot to me.”
Situation: When you want to express gratitude for their genuine response.
Example:
“Your honesty means a lot to me.”
