So, I’ve put together this guide to common text message abbreviations and emojis and their meanings for you. Now, not only will you know what your kids are trying to say to you, you can ...

Sometimes it's tempting to reply to texts with a quick 'LOL' or 'BRB'. But sending abbreviations such as these – which are short for 'laugh out loud' and 'be right back' – could make you seem ...

Cutting words short might be common, but doing so too freely may make conversation partners less likely to reply, says new research.