Use shortened forms if they help the user understand quicker. Make sure everyone understands them.
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Abbreviations
Abbreviations are shortened words. They can hinder people’s understanding, so they have limited uses.
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Acronyms and initialisms
Acronyms and initialisms are shortened forms. They replace full names and special terms in text. Use them only if people recognise and understand them.
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Contractions
Contractions are shortened words. People will read and understand them depending on their context. Avoid them in formal content.
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Latin shortened forms
Use English rather than Latin shortened forms, except in some cases. People will prefer the English equivalent unless the context requires special use.