bce

An abbreviation for 'Before the Common Era,' used as a secular alternative to BC (Before Christ) in dating systems. It is placed after a year number to indicate years before the start of the Common Era (year 1).

• 🇷🇺Аббревиатура для 'Before the Common Era' (до нашей эры), используемая как светская альтернатива BC (до Рождества Христова) в системах летоисчисления. Ставится после номера года, чтобы указать годы до начала нашей эры (1 год).

1. Before the Common Era B2 formal

   Used to denote years before the start of the Common Era, a secular alternative to BC.

   • The ancient city was founded around 3000 BCE.
   • Historians often use BCE to avoid religious references.
   • The artifact dates back to 1500 BCE.

   🇷🇺До нашей эры

   Synonyms: before christ