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Top Ten Texting Abbreviations (You've Probably Never Heard Of)Whether you are texting with a teenager or an adult there is a good chance that eventually you will run into an unfamiliar abbreviation. Here are a few less common ones that are often useful.- What "sth" Stands for and Why it Represents a Much Larger ProblemThis article explains the origin of the abbreviation "sth" and explores how these types of abbreviation and chat speak may be harming our society.
- A Complete List of All 50 States in AmericaHere is a list of all the states in America. There are 50 states in the United States of America.
Educational Series on Punctuation and Capitalization-#2This series will cover punctuation and capitalization, starting with beginner stage. Whether you are teaching or an adult wanting to refresh your knowledge, this is a daily series you won't want to miss.
Decoding the Top 50 Web and Texting AcronymsShortcuts abound in emails, text messages, chat room scripts, social networking comments and other electronic communications. Acronyms and abbreviations have taken hold in daily usage. Here are 115 popular shortcuts, plus 30 more traditional ones.- Help with Writing Online - What Abbreviations or Terminology is Correct?The Yahoo Style Guide is a great resource for online writers. The "Word List" offered is a quick and easy reference to help with certain words and abbreviations.
Preferred Abbreviations for Online WritingWhen using abbreviations while writing, it is important that the reader understand their meaning. This guide discusses proper abbreviations for states and recipe terminology, and when they can be used for online writing.- Widely Used Texting Abbreviations Decoded 4USome of the more widely used texting abbreviations decoded to help make your texting just a little bit less confusing.
A Guide to American University Abbreviations: Part OneIn true DC fashion, it seems like nothing here at American has an actual name. This series of articles will help you navigate conversations at AU more easily, especially at the beginning of the year.
Some Common Medical/Surgical Prefixes, Suffixes and AbbreviationsMedicine has a language unique unto itself. Here is a brief glossary of common prefixes, suffixes and abbreviations that will help you understand what the doctor is talking (and writing) about you.- Popular Internet AbbreviationsThis is my personal opinion on the usage of common abbreviations and how it affects many people. Examples of these abbreviations are "lol," "brb" and "btw."
- Text Messaging Acronyms - Popular Text AbbreviationsWant a list of popular text messaging acronyms for words and phrases? This list is will give you all you need as a reference.
Funny Texting Abbreviations and Emoticons for Parents to Use on TeensThis is a funny article to help parents communicate with their teens.
For Rent: A Guide to Rental Classified Ad Abbreviations and AcronymsIf you're an inexperienced tenant searching your local "For Rent" ads for a new apartment, all those abbreviations and acronyms can be a bit confusing. Here is a guide to help you navigate the "For Rent" classified ad landscape.- Thirty Political AbbreviationsHumorous list of political abbreviations.
Drug Prescription Label Instructions and Their Abbreviation CodesMore than fifty years after the Catholic Church stopped holding most services in Latin so that parishioners could understand them, American medical schools and the doctors they crank out can't let go of the use of Latin for writing prescriptions.- Knitting Tips and Abbreviation ListLearn the most common knitting abbreviations used in patterns and make your knitting more enjoyable.
- Do You Know Your Baseball StatsDo you know your baseball stats? Do you know your baseball abbreviations? Each of these abbreviations stands for a baseball stat - what does it stand for
- Business E-Mail EtiquetteE-mail is usually treated as an informal medium, but this attitude must be adjusted for the workplace. This article contains several tips for professionalizing your e-mail usage habits.
Latin Words, Phrases, and Abbreviations Commonly Used in FootnotesFootnotes contain special words and phrases, mostly abbreviated and in Latin. These Latin abbreviations are keys to understanding the notes and navigating the bibliographic information.- Should Veterans Use Military Abbreviations When Applying for Civilian Jobs?Military veterans come from all walks of life and backgrounds. Some separated from active duty after 10 years in the military, while others are military retirees.
- Abbreviations, Capitalization, and NumbersRules for when to use abbreviations, capitalization, and numbers.
- Save Your Time by Eliminating Repetitive Typing Using Phrase ExpressPhrase Express is an autocomplete program that saves you a lot of time by eliminating repetitive typing.
- A Crash Course in Medical Terminology - Understanding the Words of HealthcareUnderstanding the Words of Medical Terminology Helps you Make Sense Of Your Medical Records
- Use of Abbreviations in Business CommunicationsAlthough abbreviations are mostly used in technical writing, they are finding a place in many business communications.
TEXT,CHAT,IM ABBREVIATIONS PARENTS & SPOUSES SHOULD KNOWBeing an impatient society, looking for shortcuts in everything we do, we have practically developed a new language. In order to text faster, a new structure of "abbreviations" has been developed.
A Guide to Dog Language and Abbreviations on the InternetEver seen odd things like BYAL or Pawsome written online? Now you can understand what they mean!- What Are Abbreviations?abbreviations
What Do Hysterectomy Abbreviations Really Mean?Obstetricians and gynecologists all use the same universal abbreviations for hysterectomy procedures. Here is a list of the ones I found extremely useful and insightful.- What Text Abbreviations Mean to MePlenty of articles have been written on the subject. I wanted to take the time to break down the texting abbreviations and let you see what these text abbreviations actually mean to me.
Parents' Guide to Texting with Their Children: Abbreviations, Shorthand and Other TipsWhile it may not only be with your children, getting caught up on all the abbreviations that are encountered in texting on cell phones and communicating on the internet can help your conversations and for you older folks you'll look cool.
Reading Baseball Abbreviations: FieldingEver have a time where you didn't know what your favorite player's stats were because you didn't know what the abbreviations were? Here you go...- Expander Programs: Typing Made Easier and FasterAn aid to typing faster. Save keystrokes. Especially good for a transcriptionist.
Know Your Trucking Shorthand: Simple Abbreviations for Online Load BoardsIf you are getting started in owner operator trucking and want to be able to find your own freight loads and maximize your income, you will need to know your trucking shorthand.- Common Latin AbbreviationsHow dead is Latin? This list of common abbreviations will show you that Latin is part of everyday English usage.
- Making Sense of Acronyms and Abbreviations Used in Instant Messaging and ChatIf you've spent any amount of time at all in an internet chat room or instant messaging programs you've no doubt asked, or at least wondered, what some of the abbreviations people frequently use mean.
Common Internet AbbreviationsThis article lists common abbreviations and acronyms used on internet chat rooms, message boards, and forums.- Understanding the Ebay VocabularyThis article will define some common abbreviations and terms used by sellers on Ebay.com.
How Computer Bits and Bytes Abbreviations WorkAn explanation of how many bytes are really in 1 KB and why there are not exactly 1,000 bytes in 1 KB.- Find the Individual Who Has the Power to Say "yes" to Your Products or ServicesIn the hands of a professional, setting appointments on the phone is the single most effective, fastest, direct and least costly way to find highly qualified leads.. No other tool has the reach and response rate as marketing on the phone.
