Exploring Abbreviations for People, Places, and Time

This video tutorial introduces the concept of abbreviations, explaining their importance in saving space and time. It covers various categories of abbreviations, including titles before names, names of places, days of the week, months, units of measurement, and time. Each section provides examples and the correct abbreviated forms, helping learners understand and apply these abbreviations in writing.

Why are abbreviations used in writing?

• To make writing more complex

• To save space and time

• To avoid using punctuation

• To make words longer

What is the abbreviation for 'Doctor'?

• Dtr.

• Dc.

• Doc.

• Dr.

Which abbreviation represents 'Sergeant'?

• Ser.

• Sg.

• Srg.

• Sgt.

What does 'St.' stand for in the context of addresses?

• State

• Station

• Street

• Saint

How is 'Avenue' abbreviated?

• Ave.

• Avn.

• Aven.

• Av.

What is the correct abbreviation for 'Wednesday'?

• Wd.

• Wen.

• Wed.

• Wes.

Which month is abbreviated as 'Nov'?

• September

• December

• October

• November

What is the abbreviation for 'Centimeter'?

• Cm

• Centm

• Ctm

• C.

What is the abbreviation for 'Kilogram'?

• Kilg

• K

• Kgm

• Kg

How do you abbreviate 'Post-meridian'?

• PostM.

• P.M.

• PM

• P.m.