IIRC
4 synonyms for IIRC, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Abbreviation — Written before or after a statement to signal that the writer is going from memory and might be slightly wrong.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use IIRC
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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if iirc
Internet and messaging shorthand; write it out in full in professional email.
Etymology
An initialism of 'if I recall correctly'.
Full origin of IIRC →Frequently asked questions
What does IIRC stand for?
It stands for 'if I recall correctly', though many people read it as 'if I remember correctly'. The two expansions mean the same thing and either is accepted.
What is the difference between IIRC and AFAIK?
IIRC hedges a memory — you knew the fact once and may be misremembering it. AFAIK, 'as far as I know', hedges the limits of your information generally, and is often used for things you may never have been told. IIRC points at your recall, AFAIK at your sources.
