Contractions:
* Combining words: These are the most common type of shortcuts.
* I'm (I am)
* He's (He is)
* They're (They are)
* Don't (Do not)
* Can't (Cannot)
* Should've (Should have)
* Gotta (Got to)
* Kinda (Kind of)
* Wanna (Want to)
* Combining letters:
* U (You)
* R (Are)
* Cuz (Because)
* N (And)
* Ya (You)
Slang/Informal Expressions:
* Replacing words:
* Gimme (Give me)
* Gonna (Going to)
* Wanna (Want to)
* Gotta (Got to)
* Cuz (Because)
* Shorter phrases:
* Hangry (Hungry and angry)
* Hang out (Spend time together)
* Chill (Relax)
* Catch ya later (See you later)
* No prob (No problem)
Technical Shortcuts:
* Acronyms:
* USA (United States of America)
* NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)
* LOL (Laughing Out Loud)
* BTW (By the way)
* ASAP (As Soon As Possible)
* Abbreviations:
* Dr. (Doctor)
* Mr. (Mister)
* Mrs. (Mistress)
* etc. (et cetera)
* i.e. (id est)
Important Notes:
* Formal vs. Informal: Shortcut words are often used in informal settings. In formal writing or speech, it's generally better to use full words.
* Context is Key: The appropriate use of shortcuts depends on the context, audience, and purpose of the communication.
Let me know if you'd like to explore shortcut words within a particular topic or area, such as slang, texting, or professional writing.