My theory on why people use "xST" is that the word "standard" time sounds like i...

troad · 2026-03-03T23:19:11 1772579951

I like that theory! I think you're right.

pomian · 2026-03-04T05:35:51 1772602551

EST = Europe Standard Time

tempestn · 2026-03-04T17:53:06 1772646786

EST is Eastern Standard Time. Most of Europe is on CET or CEST depending on time of year. (Somewhat confusingly, the 'S' in that case refers to Summer rather than Standard!)

madcaptenor · 2026-03-04T18:12:48 1772647968

OK, I'll assume they meant that when they really meant US Eastern time and I'll be six hours early.