Text Abbreviations Perceived as Insincere, Study Reveals

New research shows that using abbreviations in texts can lead to negative perceptions and fewer responses.

Researchers conducted eight experiments involving over 5,300 participants to explore the impact of texting abbreviations on communication.
The study found that abbreviations in text messages are often perceived as insincere, leading to shorter and fewer replies.
Abbreviations signal a lower level of effort from the sender, affecting the quality of digital interactions across various platforms like Tinder and Discord.
Despite younger people using more abbreviations, they also view them negatively, challenging the assumption that abbreviations foster closeness.
Experts suggest being mindful of context and relationship significance when choosing whether to use abbreviations in texts.