etc.
“etc.” means “etc.” in Spanish (as an abbreviation in lists).
etc., and so on
Also: et cetera
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En el mercado compramos frutas: manzanas, peras, naranjas, etc.
A1At the market we bought fruits: apples, pears, oranges, etc.
Necesitas traer papel, lápiz, tijeras, etc., para la clase de arte.
A2You need to bring paper, a pencil, scissors, etc., for the art class.
La conferencia trató sobre tecnología, innovación, seguridad, etc.
B1The conference was about technology, innovation, security, etc.
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Quick Quiz: etc.
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Which of these is the correct way to write the abbreviation in a list?
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From the Latin phrase 'et cetera,' which literally means 'and the rest.'
First recorded: 13th century (in the full form 'etcétera')
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'etc.' in formal letters?
Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in formal writing, though in very high-level academic writing, some prefer to use phrases like 'entre otros' (among others).
Is it 'etc.' or 'etcetera'?
In Spanish, the abbreviation is 'etc.' and the full word is 'etcétera' (with an accent). Both are correct, but the abbreviation is much more common in lists.
Do I need a comma before 'etc.'?
Yes, just like you would put a comma between other items in your list, you should put one before 'etc.' (e.g., 'papas, cebollas, etc.').