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what is the proper way to abbreviate the word “month”?

I’ve seen it abbreviated both “mo.” and “mth”. Which is the correct way?

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Raymond Moen

Feb 20, 2025

I think mth is the correct way if you are using it in a sentence.... Show More
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Raymond Moen

Feb 20, 2025

in colloquial General American mo appears indeed to be in usage – high enough at any rate that it’s been published in some dictionaries there, and therefore more clearly recognised as month there. Who is your reader?... Show More
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Raymond Moen

Feb 20, 2025

Either is fine, mo. is a little more common though... Show More

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