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92 Lesson 4 Shortened Words in the Workplace Acronyms and abbreviations are widely used in workplace settings because they save time and space when communicating, especially in fast-paced business environments. They also help to create a shared understanding and a common language among team members and other people in the organization. Here are several examples of frequently used acronyms and abbreviations in emails, texts, and workplace documents: • ASAP (As Soon As Possible) : Used to indicate that something needs to be done as soon as possible, often to communicate a sense of urgency • FYI (For Your Information) : Used to inform someone of something they may not have known but should be aware of • CC (Carbon Copy) : Used when sending an email to multiple people, indicating that the recipients should be aware that other people are also receiving the same email • EOD (End of Day) : Used to indicate that something should be completed by the end of the current business day • TBC (To Be Confirmed) : Used when something is planned or scheduled, but the details have not yet been confirmed • IMO (In My Opinion) : Used to indicate that the following statement is the writer’s personal opinion Can you think of any other frequently used acronyms or abbreviations in workplace communication that are not mentioned in the passage? Q u e s t i o n acronym 약어  abbreviation 축약형  recipient 수취인, 수령인