approx

approx — abbreviation

1. used in writing as a shorter form of 'approximately', to show that a number, amo

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釋義

used in writing as a shorter form of 'approximately', to show that a number, amount, or time is not exact but close to the real figure

例句

The journey from London to Edinburgh takes approx 4 hours by train.

approx + [time duration]

Vinícius spends approx $200 a month on groceries for his family.

approx + [monetary amount]

同義詞
  • approximately

    the full written form; suitable for all registers including formal writing

  • about

    common in everyday speech and informal writing; 'approx' is almost exclusively written, not spoken

文法句型

approx + [time/distance/amount/number]

用法筆記

Common in notes, forms, tables, and informal writing; avoid using 'approx' in formal academic essays, legal documents, or official reports — write 'approximately' instead.

常見錯誤

❌The report states that approx 200 people attended.' (acceptable in informal notes, but too casual for a formal report).
✅The report states that approximately 200 people attended.
💡Use the full form 'approximately' in formal writing; reserve 'approx' for informal contexts, tables, and handwritten notes.