English Expression · Advanced
year of our Lord
in a specified year of the Christian calendar
Pronunciation: say year of our Lord
Meaning
A traditional expression used before a year in the Christian calendar, sometimes for formal or humorous emphasis.
Example
The old document was dated in the year of our Lord 1820.
The old document was dated in the year of our Lord 1820.
Practice tips
- Practice year of our Lord out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.