Etc.: Latin Abbreviations in English

We have a number of Latin abbreviations which are still commonly used in English, especially in writing. According to Wikipedia, this is because "Latin was once the universal academic language in Europe. From the 18th century authors started using their mother tongue to write books, papers or proceedings. However, many Latin abbreviations continued to be used due to their precise simplicity and also Latin's status as a learned language."

Here are some of the most common ones that you'll see in articles and business:

et al: "and others." The project will be done by Jameson, Clark, et al.

e.g.: "for example." A number of his works, e.g. The White Room, will be exhibited next year.

i.e.: "in other words." Expenses must be recorded before the end of the month, i.e. within the same month as the purchase.

NB: "please note" The conference begins tomorrow at 9am. NB: no breakfast will be served, only coffee and tea.