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This week we will learn how to use numbers, abbreviations and capital letters when writing. We will begin with abbreviations.
What is an abbreviation?
An abbreviation is a shortened form of an existing word or phrase.
How do you use abbreviations?
1) Abbreviate social titles like Mister, Mr.; Missus, Mrs.
2) Abbreviate title of rank.
Example: Col. Remi Ashton
Title | Abbreviation |
Ambassador | Amb. |
Doctor | Dr. |
Colonel | Col. |
Honourable | Hon. |
Lieutenant | Lt. |
Governor | Gov. |
Major | Maj. |
Lieutenant General | Lt. Gen. |
Lieutenant Colonel | Lt. Col. |
President | Pres. |
Professor | Prof. |
Representative | Rep. |
Superintendent | Supt. |
3) Abbreviate time and dates.
Examples: A.M. (ante meridian), P.M. (post meridian).
4) Abbreviate earned degrees.
Degree | Abbreviation |
Associate’s Degree | A.A. |
Bachelor of Arts | B.A. or A.B. |
Bachelor of Business Administration | B.B.A. |
Bachelor of Science | B.S. |
Masters of Arts | M.A. |
Doctor of Philosophy | Ph.D. |
Masters of Business Administration | M.B.A. |
Masters of Science | M.S. |
Medical Doctor | M.D. |
Registered Nurse | R.N. |
5) Abbreviate some historical periods.
Examples: B.C. (before the birth of Christ), A.D. (Anno Domini), C.E. (common era).
6) Abbreviate geographical terms.
Place | Abbreviations |
Avenue | Ave. |
Building | Bldg. |
Boulevard | Blvd. |
County | Co. |
District | Dist. |
Drive | Dr. |
Island | Is. |
Province | Prov. |
Road | Rd. |
Territory | Terr. |
Route | Rte. |
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