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One of the main effects of cellphones / mobile phones on spelling is that many people resort to the use of shorter forms of words, and abbreviations. It may be appropriate for sending text messages, but the problem is that is translates into everyday written use, including contexts where it is inappropriate, such as letters, reports and other academic avenues. It is certainly something commonly seen being applied by casual contributors on WikiAnswers - a site which is supposed to be able to give quality, informative answers.

What this amounts to is a lack of practice of proper, correct spelling, and gradual degeneration of basic spelling strategies and skill, simply because many young people do not understand context for different spelling. Literacy skills among many young people are falling.

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Q: What are the effects of cellphones in spelling and competency?
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