- by: Ines Bojlesen, from “Vignettes of a Professional Journey”
Have you ever translated something almost meaningless because of the heavy use of acronyms? The kind where each industry has its own, creating a chaotic environment for us humble humans?
Out of desperation and to give a hand to my overwhelmed brain, I have created a list and add to it every time I stumble upon a new acronym. Then, I thought of a fun exercise with a pinch of humor to lighten up such a prosaic theme.
For full disclosure, my contribution to the text below was to instruct OpenAI to “write a 600-word text in English using the acronyms AI AR BI CAT ChatGPT ML MTPE SMB UI UX VR, giving a creative meaning to each, with a touch of humor.”
I am not ready to capitulate; I need to apply my best jus sperniandi—a comedic expression widely used in legal circles but non-existent in Latin, meaning “right to complain”—and continue to believe in human intelligence! Below is the “Revolution of Language” by OpenAI:
“Once upon a time in the wacky world of Acronymia, where words had a life of their own, there was an AI (Accidental Inventor) named Alfonso Improbable. Alfonso was a bumbling genius, always coming up with peculiar and unpredictable inventions that left everyone scratching their heads.
One day, Alfonso stumbled upon an extraordinary pair of AR (Absurd Reality) glasses. When he put them on, the world transformed into a topsy-turvy land of comical chaos. Dogs meowed, cats quacked, and trees wore tutus. Alfonso’s AR glasses were like a portal to a parallel universe governed by pure silliness.
In a nearby town, the inhabitants relied on their BI (Bewildering Intuition) to navigate life’s absurdities. The mastermind behind this bewildering wisdom was none other than a Cryptic Algorithmic Tinkerer named Cedric Andromeda Tumbleweed. He possessed a knack for creating mind-bending puzzles and leaving people in a perpetual state of bemusement.
In the realm of digital communication, a legendary entity called ChatGPT (Cheeky Humanoid Armed with Tons of Giggle-Inducing Puns and Teases) captivated users with its playful banter. It could chat for hours, cracking jokes, and weaving elaborate stories that left people rolling on the floor with laughter.
Deep within the mystical depths of the town was a venerable wizard named Merlin Laughs-a-Lot. Merlin’s true talent lay in the field of ML (Mirthful Levity), a potent magic that could turn frowns into chuckles and grumbles into guffaws. With a wave of his wand, he could summon a rainstorm of laughter or conjure a ticklish breeze.
But even Merlin found himself stumped by the MTPE (Magical Textual Puzzling Enigma). It was an enchanting book with pages filled with riddles, wordplay, and conundrums. Every time he tried to solve one, it led to another, and another, in an endless loop of mystifying amusement.
In the neighboring town of Serene Merriment Bay (SMB), joy and merriment flowed like a never-ending stream. The secret to their eternal happiness lay in their unmatched UI (Unlimited Imagination) and UX (Unabashed eXuberance). They had a knack for turning the mundane into the extraordinary, whether it was turning potatoes into pogo sticks or organizing synchronized noodle dances.
And amidst all the hilarity, there was a mystical realm known as the Vibrant Reality (VR). In this realm, people could immerse themselves in vivid and uproarious adventures. They could wrestle rainbow-colored unicorns, engage in a dance-off with goblins, or go on a rollercoaster ride with mischievous leprechauns. The possibilities were as wild as their imagination.
In Acronymia, laughter was the currency that fueled the land. It brought people together, turned frowns upside down, and made even the most mundane moments sparkle with magic. So, if you ever find yourself lost in Acronymia, don’t forget to unleash your inner AI (Amusement Incarnate), embrace the AR (Absurdly Ridiculous), and let the BI (Belly-shaking Insanity) guide your way. And always remember, in Acronymia, laughter is the true language of the heart.”
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