Mention

Twitter terminology refers to when a user sends you a tweet using their Twitter handle. Mentions is also a term used for notifications to Twitter users that allow them to see what other users have tweeted to them.

What is a listing?

If you've ever heard of the term "social media," it usually refers to Twitter terminology. A mention is when a user tweets you using their Twitter handle. Mention is also used interchangeably for notifications or replies in a thread. You may also hear the term "answers" instead of entries.

Post or comment with another user

A mention is a user's mark in a post on a social network. Sometimes called @mentions, they usually trigger a notification for that user and let your audience click through to their bio or profile.

This is the name or reference to a specific account on a social media platform. To name someone, you have to put @ in front of the name of the account you want to mention.

Identifies another user's display name or account name in a social media post. Mentions usually trigger a notification for that user and are an integral part of what makes social media social. If formatted correctly (like a Twitter @mention, for example), the entry also acts as a link, allowing your audience to click through to the user's bio or profile.

A term when someone uses your ID in a social media post. Mentions are very useful when trying to connect with a target or a key influencer.

A mention (v) is tagging another social media account, either to start a conversation or just yell at someone. Your listing(s) are posts that tagged your account.

When someone tags your username in a social media post, tweet, or image. Customers can mention you in a tweet to notify you of a customer request or complaint.

Meanings of Mention

Speech or communication about something, usually brief or superficial. Mainly used in the expression to mention.
Social media feed, reply list, or posts mentioning the person.
Briefly refer to something.
The pronunciation of a word or phrase to refer to the phrase itself, as opposed to the normal reference.