I talked them through my preparations, i.e./e.g. ‘Before I do anything, I need to wash my hands.’
e. = id est = That is ... e.
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i.e. = id est = That is ... (used to add explanatory information or to state something in different words)
The morning busses leave every other hour on the half hour, starting at 7:30 -- i.e. 7:30, 9:30, and 11:30.
e.g. = exempli gratia = For example,...
Eat a serving of fruit at breakfast, e.g. a small banana, a half cup of applesauce, or three slices of pineapple.
i.e. means "that is," and e.g. means "for example."
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