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  1. What is the correct definition and usage of the acronym "ETA"?

    Feb 22, 2013 · 4 ETA appears to be defined as the estimated time of arrival. It's fine to use either format. ETA is used to answer the question, "When is X expected to arrive? ", which can be answered either …

  2. meaning - Is it colloquially acceptable to use ETA in place of ...

    Mar 6, 2017 · ETA means "estimated time of arrival". It is often used when traveling, like you want to know your ETA to your destination, or the ETA for the package delivery. However, often I find myself …

  3. Single word for the "estimated time of completion"

    Jun 5, 2017 · I use ETA (estimated time of arrival) for all "estimated times", whether they're arrivals, completions, pizzas, etc. My guess is the existence of that word is strong evidence that no single …

  4. Why "meth-", "eth-", "prop-", when there is "uni-","di-","tri-"?

    In chemistry, the homologous series for hydrocarbons uses the following prefixes: Meth- Eth- Prop- But- Pent- Hex- Hept- Oct- Why are these prefixes used, instead of just usin...

  5. pronunciation - Why are Greek letters pronounced incorrectly in ...

    For the rhyming letters Beta-Zeta-Eta-Theta, the American pronunciation (-ayta) is closer to Classical Greek and the British pronunciation (-eeta) closer to Modern Greek.

  6. How to ask if a person has done/had breakfast?

    Aug 22, 2011 · Normally, one would say, "Have you had breakfast?" or "Did you have breakfast [yet]?" to ask if someone has eaten breakfast on a particular day or morning. When used with breakfast, do …

  7. date has already passed OR date has already past?

    Aug 20, 2014 · The date has already passed, or the past date. Past: Usage: The past participle of pass is sometimes wrongly spelt past: the time for recriminations has passed (not past) The word past has …

  8. "Sir or Madam" vs "Madam or Sir" in formal letter

    May 13, 2015 · In a formal letter addressed to one or more unknown recipients, "Dear Sir or Madam" is the customary salutation. As a German native speaker, who is used to "Sehr geehrte Damen und …

  9. Do I need a comma when I want to write "Good morning John"?

    Apr 16, 2020 · Definitely include the comma. 'Good morning' is the declarative statement, the core of the sentence fragment. 'John' is a qualifier, a separate add-on that clarifies who speaker is directing …

  10. What is the male equivalent of "mistress" in formal English?

    Nov 24, 2011 · The mistress definition, Oxford dictionary a woman having an extramarital sexual relationship, esp. with a married man I am looking for the male equivalent of 'mistress' as defined …