The term PRO TEM (3 letters) and TEMPORE (7 letters) are both Latin phrases meaning 'for the time being'. PRO TEM is an abbreviation of the phrase PRO Tempore, which literally translates to 'for the time'. It is commonly used in legal and business contexts to refer to a temporary appointment or assignment. TEMPORE is also a Latin phrase meaning 'for the time' and is often used in the same contexts as PRO TEM.