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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
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Is there a difference between bi-annual and semi-annual, besides the spelling?
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Great question. (a) bi-annual = every two years. (bi = two; annual = year) (b) semi-annual = two times a year.
- Great question.
- (a) bi-annual = every two years.
- (bi = two; annual = year) (b) semi-annual = two times a year.
- (semi = half; annual = year) The problem is that many native speakers use these words interchangably.
- To prevent any misunderstanding, it's better to use plain English.
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Great question.
(a) bi-annual = every two years. (bi = two; annual = year)
(b) semi-annual = two times a year. (semi = half; annual = year)
The problem is that many native speakers use these words interchangably. To prevent any misunderstanding, it's better to use plain English. That is, just say "every two years" or "twice a year."
(a) bi-annual = every two years. (bi = two; annual = year)
(b) semi-annual = two times a year. (semi = half; annual = year)
The problem is that many native speakers use these words interchangably. To prevent any misunderstanding, it's better to use plain English. That is, just say "every two years" or "twice a year."
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