LV

LV is a versatile abbreviation used in multiple contexts across geography, commerce, science, and engineering. It can denote a specific number, a place, a brand, or a technical term, depending on the field and region.

As a Roman numeral, LV represents the value 55. In this usage, LV appears in dates and lists that use ancient numerals.

In geography and country identifiers, LV is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Latvia. The Internet country code top-level domain for Latvia is .lv. Latvia is a Baltic state in Northern Europe, with Riga as its capital. It joined the European Union and NATO in the early 2000s, and its language is Latvian.

LV is commonly used as a shorthand for Las Vegas, the major resort city in Nevada, United States. The term is frequently seen in travel contexts, entertainment industry references, and media shorthand for the city and the surrounding Las Vegas Valley.

In fashion and branding, LV stands for Louis Vuitton, the luxury goods house known for its monogram and high-end leather products, accessories, and apparel. The initials are widely recognized as a logo in the fashion industry.

In medicine, LV is the standard abbreviation for the left ventricle, one of the heart’s four chambers. It is used in anatomical diagrams, clinical notes, and shorthand for discussions of cardiac function.

In electrical engineering, LV stands for low voltage, describing a class of electrical systems and distribution networks that operate at comparatively low potential differences, with definitions varying by region and standard.