Can't stop

[doorlight]

I have a serious problem. I can't stop using this internet lingo which is the famous "LOL"

How to stop using it?

lol. :p

[samwoodfin]

Oh, no! Don't stop using it! It's only a problem when you start using it in verbal communication with offline friends and introducing yourself as one of your online usernames when you meet strangers in bars.

[Grandad]

as lng s U dnt strt using txtspk in Ur writing

[samwoodfin]

as lng s U dnt strt using txtspk in Ur writing

Amen!

[Grandad]

I use the odd LOL myself, but text speak drives me UP THE WALLS :mad:

[ses5909]

It can be overdone definitely but this is very common in in forums and chat. If you'd like we can point it out everytime you do it :D

[Grandad]

It can be overdone definitely but this is very common in in forums and chat. If you'd like we can point it out everytime you do it :D

Please do. Feel free to dish out whatever punishment you like..

[ROTFPML]

[doorlight]

Haha right, Sara.

Anyway, when it comes to txt speak, Filipinos are experts.

Can I start? lol.

[kingjacob]

I cant stand LOL because everytime I see it I read it as Laugh Out Loud and it doesnt make sense when you expand it.

Can I start?Laugh Out Loud

[HAWK]

Can I start?Laugh Out Loud :laughing-smiley-which-doesn't-seem-to-be-on-the-list:

[doorlight]

:laughing-smiley-which-doesn't-seem-to-be-on-the-list:

That's a LOL material. :tongue:

[4clubbs]

"Text speak" is really starting to impact student writing. It's almost like they don't understand that the way you IM and chat with your friends is not acceptable for more formal situations. They don't seem to be able to adapt to different writing situations and purposes.

I'm generalizing, of course, but it's a trend I'm seeing.

[ses5909]

What grade do you teach?

[malique]

as long as u dont use it IRL!

[ses5909]

I say "meh" in real life now...