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The Ultimate Texting Blunder: What to Use Instead?

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Name: “lol”.

Year: The Oxford English Dictionary featured lol for the first time in 1997.

Don’t confuse: LOL, as in what dogs might do at times.

Is it similar to “laugh out loud”? Yes, but David Cameron once thought it meant “a lot of love,” leading to a big laugh with former Sun and News of the World editor Rebecca Brooks.

I find his comical blunders hilarious. You probably shouldn’t.

Why not? Because those who still smile aren’t considered cool.

Is laughing out loud now forbidden? Yes, using LOL in texts or WhatsApp is no longer in vogue.

Who claims this? According to Gen Z, a Sky Mobile survey revealed that 26% of 18 to 28-year-olds feel offended by “LOL” in messages, making it their second biggest grievance.

What tops the list? Ix’s? A bland response. Closely related is the impatient “??” that appears when one doesn’t get an instant reply to their initial message. Interestingly, 79% admitted to ignoring such messages.

It’s as if I despise myself! In reality, 61% said they feel embarrassed by their texting habits.

I’d probably opt for something simple like a good emoji, just to be safe 👍 However, that often feels off-putting. Likewise, the unsightly monkey 🙈, the awkward grimace 😬, and the happy poop 💩.

Eh! What about the tears of joy emoji 😂? Instead of laughter, is that also passe? It seems to be favored by older generations. Gen Z (and younger) often prefer sending a skull 💀 or a coffin ⚰️.

So die together in sorrow, instead of sharing laughter? That’s correct.

What’s the deal with abbreviations like “hru” and “wyd”? As for me? I’m doing fine. And I’m probably ignoring those queries.

Ruri? Seriously. Research published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology indicates that while abbreviations may save time for senders, they can be perceived as insincere by recipients. It’s a bother for people of all ages and genders.

Goodness, it’s intricate! Keeping up is tough, isn’t it? Believe me, it’s true. There is an ABC News video showcasing children expressing discomfort to their teachers.

“Cringe” is indeed cringe-worthy! And “ick” will likely leave them unsettled.

Are any of these phrases meaningful? I hope individuals can perceive beyond texts and emojis to see the real person. Let’s hope for that! Referring back to the Sky Mobile research, 58% of Gen Z confessed to pondering a breakup because they felt their partner had poor texting manners. Who’s laughing now?

Do tell: “That was clearly ironic (laughs).”

Please avoid statements like: “Happy Valentine’s Day, Samantha, lol!”

Source: www.theguardian.com

Excessive texting can make your messages appear insincere

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Are your messages still marked as read? A recent study suggests that not getting replies to your messages could be linked to your texting habits. Many people use abbreviations in their text messages, but research from Stanford University suggests that this may signal a lack of interest in the conversation. Read more here.

The study also found that individuals who use abbreviations in their texts are less likely to receive responses, and the use of abbreviations can disrupt the flow of conversations.

According to the study authors at the American Psychological Association, “Perceived lack of effort can negatively impact interpersonal interactions when texting.” Lead researcher David Fang, a PhD student at Stanford University, emphasized the importance of appearing sincere and building social connections, especially in the early stages of a relationship or when trying to make a good impression.

This study, published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, analyzed conversations from 37 countries involving over 5,300 text messagers. Researchers examined how message recipients reacted in conversations with and without abbreviations on dating apps and chat rooms.

Contrary to popular belief, using abbreviations does not make individuals seem relaxed; rather, it can make them appear dishonest. The research revealed that 80% of participants believed others would not mind their use of abbreviations, while 4% incorrectly thought abbreviations would have a positive impact.

“We initially thought abbreviations were perceived as casual and familiar, but we were surprised to find they actually created negative perceptions of the sender,” explained Huang, one of the study’s researchers.

In addition to abbreviations, using emojis to convey messages can also lead to misunderstandings. A recent study found that the intended meaning of emojis can be easily misinterpreted. Learn more here.

Prior research has shown that using humble punctuation marks at the end of texts can make readers perceive the message as less authentic than a message without punctuation. Readers considered exclamation points as the most honest way to convey excitement in texts.

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Source: www.sciencefocus.com