Latin Words Flashcards
AD
Anno Domini - In the year of the Lord – in the year since the beginning of the Christian era.
a.m.
Ante meridiem – Before midday.
p.m.
Post meridiem – after midday.
circa
About or approximately., often used before a date or figure. The abbreviation c. is often used
annus horribilis
A horrible year. A disastrous or particularly unpleasant year.
per annum
By the year. Often used in reference to a sum of money paid or received each year.
pro tem
Pro tempore – Temporary – for the time being.
ad infinitum
to infinity. Endless – going on forever.
sine die
without a day. Indefinitely, without a future specified date.
pro rata
In proportion to the value – a proportion of a full time salary is paid for part time work.
memorandum
An informal, written communication particularly used in business.
PS
Post scriptum – Written later – an additional note added below the signature of a letter.
re
Concerning or with reference to.
NB
Nota bene. Note well, take notice
Pro forma
Pre written, standardised form that should be used
