For Example Abbreviation (e.g.) | Usage & Examples
For example is a common phrase used to indicate an example or illustration to support a statement. In writing, it is often abbreviated as e.g. and used to introduce an example or series of examples.
This Latin abbreviation stands for “exempli gratia,” which translates to “for the sake of example.” The abbreviation should be written with lowercase letters, with a period after each letter, and followed by a comma.
I enjoy many outdoor activities, e.g., hiking, camping, and fishing.
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E.g. vs. i.e.
“E.g.” and “i.e.” are sometimes confused, but they have different meanings and shouldn’t be used interchangeably:
- E.g. stands for “exempli gratia,” meaning “for example,” and is used to provide specific examples that fall under a more general category.
- I.e. stands for “id est,” meaning “that is,” and is used to clarify or rephrase a statement to make it more precise or specific.
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