We’ve all been there: you’re typing a work email and you hit send before you realize that your phone or computer has changed a word or two. Sometimes it’s harmless, but other times it can be downright embarrassing or even damaging.
Autocorrect is my worst enema.
Jimmy Fallon
Here are some of the most hilarious typos and autocorrects that ruined your work emails.
Typos and Autocorrects
One time I was emailing my boss to ask for a raise, and I wrote “I think I deserve a higher salary” but my phone changed it to “I think I deserve a higher celery“. He replied with a picture of a bunch of celery sticks and said “Here you go, enjoy your snack“.
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I was trying to apologize to a client for a mistake we made, and I meant to say “We are very sorry for the inconvenience” but my phone autocorrected it to “We are very sorry for the incontinence“. The client was not amused and thought we were mocking them.
I was emailing a colleague to congratulate her on her promotion, and I wanted to say “You are amazing” but my phone changed it to “You are a mazing“. She replied with “Thanks, I guess? What’s a mazing?” and I had to explain that it was a typo.
I was emailing my team to remind them of an important deadline, and I wrote “Please make sure you finish your tasks by tomorrow” but my phone autocorrected it to “Please make sure you finish your tacos by tomorrow“. My team thought I was joking and sent me pictures of their tacos.
I was emailing a potential partner to propose a collaboration, and I wrote “I think we have a lot of synergy” but my phone changed it to “I think we have a lot of syringes“. The partner was confused and asked me what kind of business we were in.
Pay attention before you hit SEND!
The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter. ‘Tis the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.
Mark Twain
Indeed, these automatic corrections can often catch us off guard and lead to unintended consequences. The advancements in technology have undoubtedly made our lives easier in many ways, but they also come with their fair share of challenges.
In the realm of written communication, the autocorrect feature has become both a blessing and a curse.
On one hand, it can save us from the occasional typo, helping to maintain professionalism and clarity in our messages. On the other hand, it has the potential to introduce errors or alter our intended meaning, causing confusion or even embarrassment.
Imagine a scenario where you’re sending an email to your boss, expressing your appreciation for their guidance.
You diligently type, “Thank you for your patience,” intending to convey your gratitude for their patience. However, unbeknownst to you, the autocorrect feature changes “patience” to “patients,” leaving an entirely different impression on your boss. Oops!
Remain vigilant and double-check your messages for typos and autocorrects!
Such instances can easily happen, especially when we are multi-tasking or typing quickly. It’s crucial to remain vigilant and double-check our messages before hitting that send button, especially in work-related situations.
Taking a few extra moments to proofread can save us from potential misunderstandings and reputational damage.
While technology may have its quirks, it’s important to remember that it is a tool, and we are the ones ultimately responsible for the messages we convey.
By being mindful of autocorrects potential pitfalls and staying attentive to our communication, we can ensure that our intent shines through clearly, without any unintentional and potentially problematic alterations.
So, next time you find yourself typing away, keep an eye out for those tricky autocorrect moments. Your professional reputation will thank you!
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