Annually
Annually
Annually (/æn.juː.əl.i/), from the Latin word annus meaning "year", is an adverb that refers to something that happens once every year. It is often used in various contexts, such as finance, medicine, and general usage.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /æn.juː.əl.i/
Etymology
The term "annually" originates from the Latin word annus, which means "year". The suffix "-ly" is added to form an adverb, indicating that the action happens every year.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, "annually" is often used to describe the frequency of medical check-ups, screenings, or vaccinations that should be done once a year. For example, certain preventive healthcare measures, such as mammograms or cholesterol tests, are recommended to be done annually.
Related Terms
- Biannually: Occurring twice a year.
- Semiannually: Another term for occurring twice a year.
- Quarterly: Occurring four times a year.
- Monthly: Occurring once a month.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Annually
- Wikipedia's article - Annually
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