Can you say etcetera in an essay?

Can you say etcetera in an essay?

The term et cetera actually comes from Latin, and it means so forth or and other similar things. And using etcetera in academic writing is perfectly fine, as long as you do it right.

Is ETC formal or informal?

All authorities agree that etc. is out of place in formal writing. The Chicago Manual of Style says that etc. should be avoided, though it is usually acceptable in lists and tables, in notes, and within parentheses. John B. Bremner’s Words on Words says, Use it informally, if you really must. Theodore M.

How do you write etc in text?

The Latin term et cetera (“and the rest”) is usually written as two words in Canadian English. However, the one-word spelling etcetera is also correct. The abbreviation for this term is etc. (Note that the c comes last; the misspelling ect. is a common error.)

What does ETC mean in texting?

et cetera

What is the full form of LOL?

Laugh out loud

What is full form of LMAO?

Laughing My Ass Off