Internet Slang and Texting Acronyms

Slang refers to words, phrases and uses that are regarded as very informal and often restricted to special context or peculiar to a specified profession class…

A contraction is a word made of two words that are put together and then made shorter, or simply making two words into one

An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase. In written English, we use abbreviations to shorten common sentences to save time. This post will explain most commonly used abbreviations that are used in a business setting.

For many international students, moving to the United States can be daunting. Not only are they exposed to a myriad of unfamiliar customs, they are also bombarded with a myriad of unfamiliar American slang words.

Because these words are often not included in a formal English education, it can be grueling for international students to grow accustomed to their widespread, and arguably excessive, use.

Here’s a run down on some of the most common slang. It will help you understand your friends better, it will help you fit in and of course it will help you avoid any more embarrassing situations.