Mute

A "mute" in VRChat is basically a player who either can't speak or who decides to not speak. 
VRChat as a game is built to focus primarily on voice chat since most (if not all) VR headsets have built in microphones. Since VRChat previously didn't feature a built in on-screen keyboard mutes communicate using sign language, gestures or special avatars that have pens where they can draw or write on screen.
Mutes are a relatively common occurrence in VRChat and forms their own subculture. While the word "mute" outside of VRChat may have negative connotations historically, because of how common mutes have become the term is generally accepted in VRChat culture and is not considered an insult.
==Some common reasons for being mute==
*Choosing to not talk or preferring the play-style
*Anonymity, not wanting to share their voice
*Medical condition
*Deafness 
*Social anxiety
==Trivia==
*It is generally frowned upon in the community to pressure mutes to speak. If you do it's commonly seen as disrespectful and insulting.
*Being a "mute" should NOT be confused with the meme "personal mutes".
Category:VRChat Culture