Abbreviation refers to a writing method formed by simplifying some glyphs or omitting some strokes in Chinese characters. There are many abbreviations in modern Chinese, which are basically simplified from similar fonts.
One of the reasons for limiting the number of abbreviations is to avoid confusion, misunderstanding and ambiguity. This paper will expound the origin, development, application scope and significance of simplified characters.
Simplified Chinese characters originated from the ancient calligraphy art in China, which can be traced back to the Han-Indian era, that is, from 2265438 BC to 220 AD. The earliest simplified characters originated from two calligraphy systems: cursive script and official script. Early simplified characters were not used to replace formal Chinese characters, but a way to omit strokes when writing quickly or cursive.
In the Tang Dynasty, a new calligraphy system-"regular script" appeared in China, which was followed by requirements for calligraphy norms and aesthetic feeling of glyphs. Abbreviation not only becomes the demand of writing speed, but also is a deductive style that calligraphers break through in order to get rid of rigidity.
There are many abbreviations commonly used in modern Chinese, such as "surplus", "notice", "unit" and "certain". After long-term use and circulation, these simplified characters have already become a conventional writing method of Chinese and are deeply rooted in people's hearts.
Abbreviations are widely used. Due to the existence of simplified characters, it can not only facilitate writing, improve work efficiency, but also save paper and ink. For example, abbreviations are often used in official documents, e-mails, address books, resumes and other documents. In addition, various traffic signs, trademarks, advertisements and posters will also be written in simplified characters to better convey information.
However, although abbreviations are widely used, they also bring some negative effects. Because some people are used to using simplified characters, there may be clerical errors or misunderstandings when writing conventional Chinese characters. In addition, due to the different rules adopted by different people or regions, sometimes misunderstandings and ambiguities are caused.
In a word, simplified Chinese characters are a convenient and quick way of writing, and its application is becoming more and more popular in modern society, which has a wide range of practicability. Although the use of abbreviations may cause some adverse effects, they are of great significance and function as long as they are used properly in the right occasions.