• The term i.e. is a shortening of the Latin expression 'id est', which translates to “that is.” - It is used to introduce a rephrasing or elaboration on something that has already been stated.
• The term e.g. is an abbreviation of the Latin expression exempli gratia, meaning “for the sake of example” or more colloquially, “for example.” - This term is used to introduce examples of something that has already been stated.