- What it means
If you should see the symbol 2/2 in a text, then it probably means that you are currently looking at the second page of a text, most likely because the sender has gone over the character limit that their network allows for each message.
This is perfectly normal, and you should receive the first part of your text very shortly. If this is not the case however, then you can ask the sender to re-send the message, as it should definitely come through on the second attempt. Should this does not appeal, you can always contact your network provider, as they should be able to fix the problem in a fast and effective way.
- Why are texting abbreviations used?
You will often find that people may use many different types of texting jargon in a message, and although it can seem daunting at first, it can have its benefits when you start to learn what each one means.
For example, as with any abbreviation, this method reduces the number of characters that are needed to say something or to express an emotion. This is a benefit when messaging someone via SMS, as it allows you to put more details into a text, without being charged excessively.
Another advantage of abbreviating words and sayings in a text is that it allows for the you to give quick replies to a person, which is handy in an emergency, or for when you are in a hurry.
If you are looking for the meaning of other things that you may find in a text, then have a look at this website: http://www.mob1le.com/sms.html . Not only does it give information on an extremely long list of acronyms, all of which are in alphabetical order, but also tells you what a range emoticons mean.
