etc

In a sentence

• Am cumpărat fructe precum mere, pere, etc.

  I bought fruits such as apples, pears, etc.

  The word 'etc' is used here to indicate that the list of fruits is not exhaustive and that other items could follow.

• Cunoaștem că artele includ pictură, sculptură, muzică, etc.

  We know that the arts include painting, sculpture, music, etc.

  In this sentence, 'etc' is utilized to suggest that the list of art forms is incomplete and that additional examples may be implied.

• Pentru petrecere trebuie să pregătim tort, băuturi, decoruri, etc.

  For the party, we need to prepare cake, drinks, decorations, etc.

  Here, 'etc' conveys that other necessary party preparations are implied, beyond those specifically listed.