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Learn how to abbreviate and shorten some words and how to use them.
Abbreviation For Inches And Its Usage
An inch is typically a unit of length that’s equal to one-twelfth of a foot in the imperial and metric systems of measurements. That means twelve inches are in one foot.
LMAO: Meaning in Text Messages And Online
Have you ever received a message from a friend or acquaintance that simply read “lmao”? This 4-letter abbreviation means “laughing my ass off.”
“XOXO” Meaning And Its Origin
Generally, XOXO is an informal phrase used to express love, good friendship, faith, and sincerity when concluding well-meaning messages, emails, or letters.
Everything You Need to Know About the Christmas Abbreviation Xmas
If you split the word in two, you can see that X and mas (or mass) have religious origins, but nowadays, it is used across many cultures and religions as a fun abbreviation.
5 Different Ways of How to Abbreviate “International”
There are many different ways to abbreviate the word “International’’ but only 5 of them are used regularly.
ILY: Meaning And Uses
Many people tend to get confused about this trendy acronym when their friends or relatives text them. However, here are other ILY meanings you should know.
E.g. vs. I.e.—How to Use Them Correctly
Even though e.g. and i.e. are some of the most commonly used Latin abbreviations in the English language, they are often misused or used interchangeably.
When to Use “Mins” or “Min” as an Abbreviation for Minutes
Although “mins” is a commonly used abbreviation for minutes, you should be aware that it is not correct for scientific use.