Anno
Translation
in the year
Examples
Anno 1789 begann die Französische Revolution.
In the year 1789, the French Revolution began.
Grammar Patterns
Anno [year] in the year... Anno 1800 the library was founded.
Similar Words
Synonyms: im Jahre (in the year)
Etymology
From Latin 'annō', the ablative case of 'annus' (year).
Memory Tips
Think of the English phrase 'Anno Domini' (A.D.), which means 'in the year of the Lord'.