Abbreviating: A Shortcut to Communication
Abbreviating, often denoted as “abbr.” (/əˈbriːviˌeɪtɪŋ/), is the process of shortening a word or phrase to make it more concise and easier to use in written or spoken communication. In Urdu, it is known as “تخفیف” (takhfeef).
Origin and Usage
The word “abbreviating” originates from the Latin word “abbreviare,” meaning “to shorten.” It has become an essential part of modern language, allowing us to save time and effort while conveying information effectively.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Some synonyms for abbreviating include truncating, shortening, and condensing. Antonyms, or words with opposite meanings, include expanding, elongating, and lengthening. In Urdu, the antonyms are “توسیع” (tosee) and “لمبا کرنا” (lamba karna).
Nearby Words
- Abbreviation (noun) – “تخفیف” (takhfeef)
- Abbreviated (adjective) – “مختصر شدہ” (mukhtasir shuda)
- Abbreviates (verb) – “تخفیف کرتا ہے” (takhfeef karta hai)
Examples Sentences
- He used “etc.” to abbreviate the list of items – اس نے چیزوں کی فہرست کو “وغیرہ” سے تخفیف کیا (usne cheezon ki fehrist ko “waghera” se takhfeef kiya).
- Please provide your ID, i.e., identification – براہ کرم اپنی شناختی کارڈ، یعنی “آئی ڈی” فراہم کریں (baraah-e-karam apni shanakhti card, yaani “ID” faraham karein).
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