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i.e.
etc.
ASAP
FYI
FAQ
EOD
TBD
PFA
ETA
MBA

Have you ever seen these? 

We call these abbreviations.

Abbreviations are shortened words or phrases.

There are two kinds of abbreviations:

1. Abbreviations can be made by shortening one word.

For example,

– February = Feb

– or Wednesday = Wed

2. Acronyms are abbreviations that are made of the first letter of each word.

For example,

– United States of America = USA

– Oh my god = OMG

We use abbreviations when we write! 

It is a faster way of saying something.

Many people understand and use these abbreviations. 

Let us learn English abbreviations!

What Does i.e. Mean?

It means “that is”.

This is used to explain a sentence in simple words after you introduce it.

For example, 

“He is my advisor i.e. he helps me with job applications.”

What Does etc. Mean?

This is called etcetera. 

Etc. is usually used at the end of long lists. 

It means “and more”.

For example, 

“Today I bought vegetables like onions, beans, potatoes etc.” 

What Does ASAP Mean? 

ASAP means As Soon As Possible. 

You use it when you need something to happen as soon as possible. 

For example, 

“Let me know if you can come today ASAP.”

What Does FYI Mean?

FYI means For Your Information.

Use this abbreviation in an email if you want to give someone information! 

For example, 

F.Y.I., I will not be in the office on Monday. 

What Does FAQ Mean?

FAQ means Frequently Asked Questions. 

You will find this abbreviation on websites or documents. 

Under FAQ’s you will find the questions that are asked by a lot of people and their answers.  

What Does EOD Mean?

EOD Means End Of Day.

This abbreviation is used at work. So, EOD usually means 5 PM.

For example, 

I want this assignment done by E.O.D.

What Does TBD Mean?

T.B.D. means To Be Decided.

For example, 

The meeting place is TBD.

What Does PFA Mean?

PFA means Please Find Attached. 

This is used in an email!

For example, 

“PFA my resume.”

What Does ETA Mean?

ETA means Estimated Time of Arrival.

For example, 

I am going to the doctor. My ETA is 12:00 PM. 

What Does MBA Mean?

MBA means Master of Business Administration. 

For example, 

You need an MBA to apply for this job. 

What Does RN (rn) Mean? 

Rn means “right now”.

For example, 

Me: What are you doing?

Friend: I am finishing my work rn.

What Does OMW Mean? 

This means On My Way.

For example, 

Friend: Where are you?

Me: OMW! 

What Does BTW Mean? 

BTW means By The Way.

We use by the way when we want to share extra information about something. 

For example, 

Friend: Come to my house at 5 pm. 

Me: I will be there! 

Friend: BTW I invited Shreya, too. 

What Does IMO Mean? 

IMO means In My Opinion. 

For example, 

Papa: What should we watch tonight? 

Didi: I want to see Dil Dhadakne Do!

Me: We’ve seen that movie too many times IMO.  

What Does IDK Mean? 

IDK means I Don’t Know.

For example,

Sister: Didi, what’s the bagal walle uncle’s name? 

Me: IDK 

See? It’s easy! 

Look out for these abbreviations in emails, messages, and even books! 

Ask us questions if you find an abbreviation that you do not understand.

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