cf

[ˌsiːˈef]

cf Definition

an abbreviation for 'compare'.

Using cf: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cf" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The situation in Europe today is, cf. the situation in the 1930s, much more complex.

  • Example

    The company's profits this year are $2 million, cf. $1.5 million last year.

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Summary: cf in Brief

The abbreviation 'cf' [ˌsiːˈef] stands for 'compare,' and is used to indicate a comparison between two or more things. It is commonly used in academic writing and research.