| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | shorten | US | Common to shorten words and phrases in informal communication | 1 |
| 2 | shorten | US | Common to shorten words or phrases in casual communication (e.g. 'phone' for 'telephone', 'info' for 'information') | 1 |
| 3 | shorten | United States | It is common to shorten names and use nicknames as a sign of familiarity and friendliness. | 1 |