OTP
What does OTP mean?
OTP is an abbreviation for one true pairing: a fan’s favorite or ideal romantic couple.
OTP used in a sentence
“They are my OTP; no other pairing in the series comes close.”
This example shows the term in context rather than treating the definition as a literal word-for-word substitution. Slang often depends on tone, audience, and the conversation around it.
How do you use OTP?
Fans use OTP for the pairing they feel most strongly about, whether the couple is official, implied, or entirely imagined.
Where did OTP come from?
One true pairing emerged in online fanfiction and fandom communities in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Common variations of OTP
one true pairing
The phrase written out in full.
OT3
A favorite romantic grouping of three people.
NOTP
A pairing someone strongly dislikes.
OTP: frequently asked questions
Can someone have more than one OTP?
Despite the word one, many fans use OTP loosely for several favorite pairings.
Does OTP also mean one-time password?
Yes. In security contexts, OTP usually means one-time password.