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a.d.

Meanings

  • An abbreviation for the Latin Anno Domini, meaning 'in the year of the Lord'.

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Etymology
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The term 'a.d.' is an abbreviation for the Latin phrase 'Anno Domini'. It was first used by monk Dionysius Exiguus around 525 A.D. to label years based on the birth of Jesus Christ.

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  1. The year 1 A.D. is equivalent to the year 1 C.E.

  2. The term 'a.d.' is often used interchangeably with 'C.E.' or 'Common Era'

  3. The term 'B.C.E.' (Before Common Era) is a parallel term to 'C.E.' and 'A.D.'.

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  1. Common Era (C.E): An alternative to the 'Anno Domini' system for labeling years. It is also known as the 'Christian Era' or 'Current Era'.

  2. Before Christ (B.C): An older system for labeling years based on the birth of Jesus Christ, with years before his birth labeled as 'B.C.'.

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In Western culture, the 'Common Era' (C.E.) or 'Anno Domini' (A.D.) system is used to label years. This system replaced the older 'Before Christ' (B.C.) and 'After Christ' (A.D.) system, which is still used in some contexts.

How to Memorize "a.d."

  1. mnemonics

    - To remember that 'a.d.' stands for 'Anno Domini', you can use the mnemonic 'A Day Is A Dollar'. Replace 'Dollar' with 'Domini' in your mind to remember the full meaning.

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