ST facts for kids

ST, St, or St. are short forms that can mean many different things. These letters are often used as abbreviations to make writing shorter and quicker. You might see them in names, places, or even in science and technology.

Arts and Entertainment

What is a Stanza?

In poetry, a stanza is like a paragraph in a story. It is a group of lines that form a unit in a poem. Poets use stanzas to organize their thoughts. Each stanza often has a specific rhyme scheme or rhythm.

Star Trek: A Space Adventure

Star Trek is a very famous science fiction story. It includes TV shows, movies, books, and games. The stories are about the adventures of humans and aliens exploring space. They travel on starships like the USS Enterprise. Star Trek often explores ideas about peace, exploration, and what it means to be human.

"St" for State

Sometimes, "St" or "St." is a short way to write "State." This is often seen in the names of colleges or universities. For example, "State University" might be shortened to "St. University."

Businesses and Travel

Airlines and Buses

ST can be the code for an airline. For example, Germania was an airline that used "ST" as its code. This code helps identify flights.

In some places, "ST" stands for "State Transport." This refers to public bus systems. For instance, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation in India is often called "State Transport." It helps people travel around the state by bus.

Sound Transit

Sound Transit is a public transportation system in Washington state, USA. It helps people in the Puget Sound area travel by train and bus. It connects cities like Seattle and Tacoma.

STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a big company that makes special electronic parts. These parts are called semiconductors. They are used in many devices we use every day. This includes phones, computers, and cars.

Places and Geography

São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe is a small island country in Africa. Its country code is ST. This code is used for things like international shipping. The internet address for websites from this country ends with ".st".

Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Saxony-Anhalt is a state in Germany. It is sometimes shortened to "ST" in certain contexts.

Stoke-on-Trent Postcode Area

In the United Kingdom, the ST postcode area covers the city of Stoke-on-Trent. Postcodes help mail get to the right place.

"St" for Saint, Street, or Strait

"St" or "St." is a common abbreviation for several words:

• Saint: This is often used before the name of a holy person. For example, St. Patrick.
• Street: This is used in addresses. For example, "Main St." means "Main Street."
• Strait: This is a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water. For example, the Strait of Gibraltar.

Language and Technology

Sesotho Language

Sesotho is a language spoken in southern Africa. Its language code is "st." This code helps identify the language in computer systems.

Atari ST Computer

The Atari ST was a popular personal computer from the 1980s. It was known for its graphics and sound. Many people used it for games and music.

Hard Drives by Seagate

You might see "ST" at the beginning of model numbers for hard drives made by Seagate Technology. For example, "ST-506" was an early hard drive model.

Structured Text

Structured text is a type of programming language. It looks a bit like Pascal. It is used to program special computers called programmable logic controllers (PLCs). PLCs control machines in factories.

ST Connector

An ST connector is a type of connector used for fiber optic cables. These cables send information using light. ST connectors help connect these cables together.

Measurements and Health

Stokes (Unit)

The Stokes (St) is a unit of measurement. It measures how thick a liquid is, or its kinematic viscosity. For example, honey is thicker than water.

Stone (Weight)

The stone (st.) is a unit of weight. It is mainly used in the British Isles. One stone is equal to 14 pounds.

ST Segment in the Heart

In medicine, the ST segment is part of an electrocardiogram (ECG). An ECG is a test that checks your heart's electrical activity. The ST segment helps doctors see if the heart is working well.

Other Uses

Ordinal Numbers

The letters "-st" are used at the end of some ordinal numbers. These numbers show order or position. For example, "1st" means "first," and "21st" means "twenty-first."

Scheduled Tribes in India

In India, Scheduled Tribes are groups of people officially recognized by the government. They have special protections and rights.

Striker in Soccer

In soccer, a striker (ST) is a player whose main job is to score goals. They play closest to the opponent's goal.

See also

In Spanish: ST para niños STST (disambiguation) STFC (disambiguation) for uses of ST F.C.