Grade 4 English Resources Printable Worksheets Topic: Abbreviations

“Abbreviations” Printable Worksheets

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Abbreviations

Abbreviations are a faster and shortened way to write out long words. Abbreviations are commonly used in writing informal information or e-mails, but abbreviations are also used when addressing letters, making notes, or other forms of writing. Though it is not as common to see abbreviations in formal essays, they do sometimes appear. A list of common abbreviations are shared below.

A.A. – Automobile Association

A.S.A.P. – As soon as possible

C/O – Care of

Dept. – Department

H.R.H. – His (Her) Royal Highness

J.P. – Justice of the Peace

Ltd. – Limited

M.D. – Managing Director

MD – Medical Doctor

M.P. – Member of Parliament

N/A – Not applicable, not available

N.S.P.C.C. – National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children