Hands up if you’re guilty of this: when you text someone, do you send a “thx” instead of “thanks”, or maybe just a lone, cold “K"?

You’re not alone - but if you find yourself doing this often: here’s something you should know. A series of studies looked into how people feel when they receive these kinds of clipped, abbreviated messages.  And it turns out… people don’t love it.

Audrey and Ryan chat about their texting habits, and when it’s OK to abbreviate those texts.

Presented by: Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang

Produced and Edited by: Audrey Siek

Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Hands up if you&rsquo;re guilty of this: when you text someone, do you send a &ldquo;thx&rdquo; instead of &ldquo;thanks&rdquo;, or maybe just a lone, cold &ldquo;K"?
You&rsquo;re not alone - but if you find yourself doing this often: here&rsquo;s something you should know. A series of studies looked into how people feel when they receive these kinds of clipped, abbreviated messages.&nbsp; And it turns out&hellip; people don&rsquo;t love it.
Audrey and Ryan chat about their texting habits, and when it&rsquo;s OK to abbreviate those texts.
Presented by: Audrey Siek &amp; Ryan Huang
Produced and Edited by: Audrey Siek
Photo credits: Pixabay &amp; its talented community of contributors

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.