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Q: Why did Latin use abbreviations?
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Why do some elements have weird abbreviations?

Usually, the abbreviations for elements are derived from the ancient Latin language. For example: Pound is abbreviated to lb, and pound in Latin is "libra."


Metric and English from Latin abbreviations are not capitalized?

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What has the author Marcus Valerius Probus written?

Marcus Valerius Probus has written: 'Hoc in volvmine haec continentvr' -- subject(s): Abbreviations, Latin, Latin Abbreviations


Why does p mean after in medical abbreviations?

P in medical abbreviations stands for the Latin "post" meaning "after." Similarly, a means before because the Latin word for "before" is "ante."


If sto is short hand for a word in German what might the word be in German and English?

German shorthand does not use Latin abbreviations or letters.


Can you use abbreviations for scrabble?

No, abbreviations are not allowed in Scrabble.


What are some abbreviations to use to text?

See the related link for common abbreviations.


Are Am and Pm abbreviations or acronyms?

They are acronyms. A.M. (Latin ante meridiem, "before noon") and P.M. (Latin post meridiem, "after noon")


Why do you use the abbreviation gtt for drops?

MOST ABBREVIATIONS on prescriptions and things pertaining to medical names and procedures have root beginnings in Latin........"gtt" is derived from "gutta", the Latin word for "drop". "gtts" means "drops"......<<<adr>>>


Who should people use abbreviations and why?

Abbreviations make writing things easier and faster.


Abbreviations allowed in apa?

In APA style, you can use standard abbreviations, such as "e.g." for "for example" or "et al." for "and others." It's recommended to use abbreviations sparingly and to define them the first time you use them in your text. Avoid using unfamiliar or non-standard abbreviations.


How is Latin adopted in civilization?

The Romance languages (one group of many human languages) are derived from Latin. Many Latin words are borrowed directly from Latin into other languages, and many abbreviations are derived from their Latin roots.