Short.

So, my husband thinks it’s really funny (and maybe slightly annoying) when I shorten words to one syllable. I believe he thinks that I’m either lazy and don’t want to use two syllables, or just trying to be cool. I think it’s more that I’m lazy. And it’s funny to me that he pretends to get mad when I do this. Here are some examples of my one syllable (or shortened word) usage:

nast (aka: nasty) – This I got from my friend Mindy several years ago, and it’s how I began shortening words.

oj (aka: orange juice) – Obviously.

tp (aka: toilet paper) – Again, very obvious. And used universally.

Barnes (aka: Barnes & Noble) – You have to admit that Barnes is easier to say than Barnes-and-Noble. And easier than B-and-N.

Tom’s (aka: Tom Foolery’s) – A pub and grill here in Sioux City. Michael thinks with this one that I’m really trying to be cool. (Tom’s is a favorite for many in my age group who grew up in Sioux City.)

whatev (aka: whatever) – This is a recent addition. Try saying it; it’s pretty fun.

comf (aka: comfortable) – This one squeaked out accidentally in a comment I made to Michael. For some reason, I just didn’t finish the word. Comf is growing on me.

These are all that are coming to mind at the moment. I’m open to using more shortened words, if anyone has suggestions. :o)