English abbreviations are a fundamental part of communication in this digital age; whether in informal conversations, in social networks or in professional environments, it is increasingly common to find a wide variety of new acronyms and acronyms that have been modifying written speech generating a language of its own, which, by the way, we must know to stay updated and, above all, to understand what the information is about. Handling this linguistic transition is very important for students who decide to learn English from home via online as well as for teachers, both native and bilingual, because this new terminology is being incorporated very often in the academic lessons of the language to be at the forefront of an increasingly demanding society, so it is mandatory to know it.

You may be wondering why you have to learn to use these abbreviations if in your daily environment nobody uses them frequently, and the answer to this, from our experience at Planeta Immiland, is that they are used but, not knowing them, they go unnoticed leaving the interpretation of the message incomplete, Moreover, companies increasingly require greater practicality and maximum optimization of time, so we are convinced that every student or professional in any area is called to navigate the world of new abbreviations in English if they want to better understand any topic or message.

In this blog, we present a list of the most common English acronyms and their meaning, so be prepared to decipher the language of the modern age and join any conversation more fluently!

Decoding digital language by navigating 12 commonly used English abbreviations

• LOL - laugh out loud

LOL is one of the best known abbreviations in the English language and is used to express laughter. If someone sends you a text message or an online comment and reads the word "LOL", then it means they found something funny. This abbreviation is often used in Whatsapp conversations and other social networks because it allows for practical communication with few characters.

For example: "That joke was great. LOL."

• ASAP - as soon as possible

ASAP is used in professional environments to indicate that something should be done as quickly as possible. It is an acronym commonly used in e-mails and work messages.

For example: "Please send me the ASAP report".

• OMG - oh, my God(oh, my Goodness)

OMG is an expression of surprise or amazement. It is used in situations where something is unexpected or exciting.

For example, "OMG, I can't believe I won!".

• BRB - be right back

BRB is used to indicate that someone will be absent briefly and will return soon..

For example: "I have to take a call, BRB".

• FYI -for your information

FYI is used to provide information to someone. It indicates that the message you are sending is for information, not necessarily for immediate action.

For example: "FYI, the meeting has been postponed to tomorrow".

• IDK - I don't know

IDK is a quick way of saying that you don't know the answer to a question.

For example: "Where is the cafeteria? IDK, I've never been there before".

• TMI - too much information

TMI is used when someone shares more personal details or information than necessary. It is a way of saying that the information is uncomfortable or excessive..

For example, "I didn't need to know all those details. TMI."

• DIY - do it yourself

DIY refers to the idea of doing something yourself rather than hiring someone else to do it. someone else to do it. It is common in the context of projects and crafts.

For example, "I'm going to try to make that piece of furniture as a DIY project."

• AFAIK - as far as I know

AFAIK it is used to indicate that you are sharing information based on your current knowledge, but it may not be the most up-to-date information. It is something like "to the best of my knowledge".

For example: "AFAIK, the conference is scheduled for next week".

• GTG - got to go

GTG is used to indicate that you should leave or that you are going offline. It's a quick way to say goodbye in an online conversation..

For example: "It was very nice talking to you, but GTG. See you soon.

• BFF - best friends forever

BFF refers to your best friend. It is an expression of closeness and affection in personal relationships.

For example: "She is my BFF since childhood".

• FOMO - fear of missing out

FOMO is the anxiety you feel when you think you might be missing out on something exciting or fun.

For example: "I don't want to miss the party tonight. I have FOMO".

These are just a few of the many English abbreviations you will encounter today in different written language environments. In your workplace, in social networking, especially during your English learning you are going to come across these simplifications. In our online English online, teachers are constantly incorporating these abbreviations so that students can keep up with technology and social media, which continue to influence the way we communicate today. Remember that language is changeable, so it is likely that new acronyms and abbreviations will emerge that you will need to register in your new vocabulary of the digital era and that any doubt can be solved with Google, your best friend to learn.

Planeta Immiland is an English and French language academy that was born in the middle of the digital era, so we know from the beginning the imperative need to enrich the terminology that is marking the accelerated behavior of a society that seeks to be more practical, more innovative and more effective when sending and receiving a message. It's time to write down these new acronyms in your notebook and use them as often as possible until they become part of your vocabulary. online!

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