The Lingo
When writing a small ad, you are often required to pay by the word, or alternatively you may be given a maximum number of words you can use, usually about 25. With this in mind, you'd be advised to use the following universally understood abbreviations to save space and money:
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aca | All calls answered |
| ca | Can accommodate only |
| caot | Can accommodate or travel |
| ct | Can travel only |
| d | Divorced |
| dis.a/e | Discretion assured/ expected |
| fta | Fun, travel,adventure |
| gsoh | Good sense of humor |
| iso | In search of |
| ld | Light drinker |
| ls | Light smoker |
| ltr | Long term relationship |
| mm | Marriage minded |
| nbm | Never been married |
| nd | Non drinker |
| ns | Non smoker |
| ohac | Own house and car |
| sp | Single parent |
| sa/f | Single Asian female |
| sa/m | Single Asian male |
| sw/f | Single white female |
| sw/m | Single white male |
| sb/f | Single black female |
| sb/m | Single black male |
| tlc | Tender loving care |
| w | With |