why does letter "A" like 12 A.m???

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why does letter "A" like 12 A.m???

2007-08-25 17:09:52 · 3 answers · asked by Van.essa 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay

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A.M. abbreviation ante meridiem

Main Entry: an·te me·ri·di·em
Pronunciation:
"an-ti-m&-'ri-dE-&m, -dE-"em
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin
Date: 1563
Meaning: being before noon
Abbreviation a.m.

2007-08-25 17:18:47 · answer #1 · answered by it's me 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Because it's the middle of day.

2007-08-26 01:02:51 · answer #2 · answered by wild_turkey_willie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I think it is for the French....... Apres matin.. which means: after morning or something like that Like RSVP means French, Respondez Si Vous Plait... respond please

2007-08-26 00:14:18 · answer #3 · answered by I Love Jesus 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋