per
Translation
per, for each, according to
Examples
The speed limit is 55 miles per hour.
The speed limit is 55 miles per hour.
The cost is $10 per person.
The cost is £10 per person.
We acted as per your instructions.
We acted as per your instructions.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) per ((unit)) for each unit of (sth.). The speed limit is 55 miles per hour.
as per ((sth.)) according to (sth.). We acted as per your instructions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: for each, for every
Etymology
From Latin 'per' meaning 'through, by means of'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'price per item' to remember it means 'for each' unit.