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They save so much time as one does not have to write the whole word, phrase or sentence. They are useful if the persons who read the abbreviations know what they mean or stand for, like medical personnel take medical terminology to study abbreviations for medical terminology. or engineers study terms for engineering, etc.
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When are abbreviations acceptable in academic writing?
Acknowledged, standard abbreviations are almost always acceptable. For example, how often do you see Mister in full, except as a joke? Obviously, private or local abbreviations should not be used except for purely private and/or local purposes.
Is JV an acceptable scrabble word?
Abbreviations are not acceptable in Scrabble.
When are abbreviations acceptable?
Abbreviations are acceptable in an informal situation or when everyone knows what the abbreviations mean. For example, you could talk about NASA in any setting, but you wouldn't say LOL in a business meeting.
Who should people use abbreviations and why?
Abbreviations make writing things easier and faster.
Is there a list for do not use medical abbreviations?
Every trust should have its own list of recognised abbreviations. If it's not on the list - don't use it!
Can you use IP as a word in Scrabble?
NO. Acronyms and abbreviations are not allowed. However, PI is acceptable (it's a mathematical constant and Greek letter).
Can you use abbreviations in Bananagrams?
Yes, you can use abbreviations in Bananagrams.
Why are abbreviations acceptable in formal reports as long as the word was spelled out correctly initially?
Abbreviations are acceptable in formal reports as long as the word was spelled out correctly initially, because the reader has been informed the meaning of the abbreviation. Using abbreviations cuts down on the length of the report without taking away from the message or meaning of it.
Can you use abbreviations for scrabble?
No, abbreviations are not allowed in Scrabble.
Why not use abbreviations in writing business letters?
You are writing a business letter, you should be more formal.
Abbreviation for electrocardiogram?
Both EKG and ECG are acceptable abbreviations of echocardiogram. I personally use EKG because with the hard "K" sound it is less likely to be confused with EEG which stands for electroencephalogram
What are some abbreviations to use to text?
See the related link for common abbreviations.
