Q. Can you use ’80s when referring to the 1880s? Thanks.
A. Yes. But if you want people to know what you’re talking about, and your context hasn’t already made it clear which century you’re in, then no.
Q. Can you use ’80s when referring to the 1880s? Thanks.
A. Yes. But if you want people to know what you’re talking about, and your context hasn’t already made it clear which century you’re in, then no.