what does the ETS light stand for on the instrument panel. it says its off but i don't know what it means.

Electronic Traction System , I'm pretty sure

To turn it back on press the ETS button that is next to the hazard blinkers button

what does the ETS light stand for on the instrument panel. it says its off but i don't know what it means.

Welcome to AF.

ETS stands for Enhanced Traction System.

If you did not push the button and the light is just "on",
then you may have a problem with the traction system.

If the lights just on, get the car scanned for trouble codes and post them.

Hope that helps!