Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Abbreviations

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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