A study found that people using abbreviations in messages were perceived as less sincere, leading to fewer responses compared to those who used full words, indicating that shorthand may hinder genuine communication.
Researchers concluded that dashing off quick messages like 'hru?' signifies a lower level of effort from the sender, affecting how sincere the exchange is perceived by recipients.
Although abbreviations are commonly used, particularly by younger individuals, the negative perception of sincerity and response rates persisted across all age groups in various messaging scenarios.
The findings demonstrate that while abbreviations can streamline communication, they may simultaneously diminish effective interpersonal communication, leading to misunderstandings and a sense of disconnection among users.
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