TDH

Texting & Internet Slang abbreviation · Dating and Relationship

TDH
Stands forTall, dark and handsome
CategoriesTexting & Internet Slang

TDH stands for Tall, dark and handsome, a dating and relationship abbreviation.

Describes a conventionally attractive man, a long-standing romantic ideal in novels, films and personal ads. Used in dating profiles and jokingly among friends.

Example: Looking for TDH who can cook, must love dogs and bad puns.

Usage notes

The phrase is a long-standing romantic cliché in English fiction, film and advertising. In abbreviated form it appeared in newspaper personal ads. Often used humorously or ironically today.

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