What does CIRCA mean?

Parts of Speech:

Circa is a preposition and adverb.

Definitions:

As a preposition, circa means approximately or around. As an adverb, it means at or in approximately the same period.

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈsɜːrkə/ or /ˈsɜːrkər/

UK: /ˈsɜːkə/ or /ˈsɜːkər/

Origin and Usage:

The word "circa" comes from Latin, meaning "around" or "about." It is commonly used to indicate an approximate date or time, especially when the exact date is unknown or disputed. For example, "The pyramids were built circa 2500 BCE." It is often abbreviated as "c." in English, such as "c. 1900" to indicate "around the year 1900."

Synonyms:

Approximately, around, about, nearly, almost

Related Words:

Close, cycle, charm, chase, carry

Example Sentences:

• Circa 200 people attended the concert.
• The manuscript was written circa 1200 AD.
• The painting was created circa 1600.
• The building was constructed circa 1900.
• The company was founded circa 1990.