circa
/ˈsɜː.kə/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Approximately, about, around (typically in relation to time)
Preposition
Examples
Julius Caesar visited this area circa 50 BC.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “circa” mean?
Approximately, about, around (typically in relation to time)
Is “circa” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.