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Welcome to this exciting lesson on introducing yourself in Latin! This is a fundamental skill that will not only enhance your vocabulary but also help you engage in basic conversations. Knowing how to introduce yourself is a crucial first step when learning a new language. It allows you to share a bit about who you are, where you're from, and even your age. This lesson will set the stage for deeper conversations as we progress through the course.

In this lesson, we'll cover:

How to say your name

How to express your age

How to mention where you are from

By the end, you'll be equipped with the essential phrases to introduce yourself in Latin. So, let’s dive in!

Understanding the Basics[edit | edit source]

Before we jump into examples, let’s familiarize ourselves with some key phrases that will form the backbone of our introductions.

Saying Your Name[edit | edit source]

In Latin, to say "My name is," you would use the phrase "Nomen meum est." This translates directly to "My name is." The structure is quite similar to English, making it easier to remember!

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Latin	Pronunciation	English
Nomen meum est.	'no-men 'me-um est	My name is.
Nomen tuum est.	'no-men 'tu-um est	Your name is.

Expressing Your Age[edit | edit source]

To share your age, you can use the phrase "Ego sum [age] annorum." Here, "Ego sum" means "I am," and "[age] annorum" translates as "[age] years old."

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Latin	Pronunciation	English
Ego sum viginti annorum.	'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti a-'nor-um	I am 20 years old.
Ego sum triginta annorum.	'e-go soom 'tri-gin-ta a-'nor-um	I am 30 years old.

Mentioning Where You Are From[edit | edit source]

To indicate where you are from, you would say "Ego sum ex [place]." Here, "Ego sum" means "I am," and "ex [place]" translates to "from [place]."

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Latin	Pronunciation	English
Ego sum ex America.	'e-go soom eks a-'me-ri-ka	I am from America.
Ego sum ex Britannia.	'e-go soom eks bri-'ta-nia	I am from Britain.

Putting It All Together[edit | edit source]

Now that we have the essential phrases, let’s combine them to create a full introduction! A typical introduction could look something like this:

"Nomen meum est Marcus. Ego sum viginti annorum. Ego sum ex Italia." (My name is Marcus. I am 20 years old. I am from Italy.)

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Latin	Pronunciation	English
Nomen meum est Marcus.	'no-men 'me-um est 'mar-kus	My name is Marcus.
Ego sum viginti annorum.	'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti a-'nor-um	I am 20 years old.
Ego sum ex Italia.	'e-go soom eks i-'ta-li-a	I am from Italy.

Examples of Introducing Yourself[edit | edit source]

Let’s explore more examples to help you get comfortable with these phrases. Here are 20 variations of self-introductions:

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Latin	Pronunciation	English
Nomen meum est Julia.	'no-men 'me-um est 'yu-li-a	My name is Julia.
Ego sum duodecim annorum.	'e-go soom 'du-o-de-kim a-'nor-um	I am 12 years old.
Ego sum ex Germania.	'e-go soom eks jer-'ma-ni-a	I am from Germany.
Nomen meum est Lucius.	'no-men 'me-um est 'lu-ki-us	My name is Lucius.
Ego sum triginta quinque annorum.	'e-go soom 'tri-gin-ta 'kwin-kwe a-'nor-um	I am 35 years old.
Ego sum ex Gallia.	'e-go soom eks 'gal-li-a	I am from France.
Nomen meum est Aemilia.	'no-men 'me-um est a-'me-li-a	My name is Aemilia.
Ego sum viginti quattuor annorum.	'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti 'kwat-tor a-'nor-um	I am 24 years old.
Ego sum ex Hispania.	'e-go soom eks his-'pa-ni-a	I am from Spain.
Nomen meum est Tiberius.	'no-men 'me-um est ti-'be-ri-us	My name is Tiberius.
Ego sum quinque annorum.	'e-go soom 'kwin-ke a-'nor-um	I am 5 years old.
Ego sum ex Aegypto.	'e-go soom eks a-'eg-ip-to	I am from Egypt.
Nomen meum est Claudia.	'no-men 'me-um est 'klau-di-a	My name is Claudia.
Ego sum septem annorum.	'e-go soom 'sep-tem a-'nor-um	I am 7 years old.
Ego sum ex Italia.	'e-go soom eks i-'ta-li-a	I am from Italy.
Nomen meum est Gaius.	'no-men 'me-um est 'ga-i-us	My name is Gaius.
Ego sum decem annorum.	'e-go soom 'de-kem a-'nor-um	I am 10 years old.
Ego sum ex Polonia.	'e-go soom eks po-'lo-ni-a	I am from Poland.
Nomen meum est Flavia.	'no-men 'me-um est 'fla-vi-a	My name is Flavia.
Ego sum sex annorum.	'e-go soom 'seks a-'nor-um	I am 6 years old.
Ego sum ex Russia.	'e-go soom eks 'rus-si-a	I am from Russia.

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've gone through the content, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Here are 10 exercises to practice introducing yourself in Latin.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with your information.

1. Nomen meum est __________.

2. Ego sum __________ annorum.

3. Ego sum ex __________.

Solution: Fill in with your name, age, and country.

Exercise 2: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Latin.

1. My name is Anna.

2. I am 18 years old.

3. I am from Canada.

Solution:

1. Nomen meum est Anna.

2. Ego sum duodeviginti annorum.

3. Ego sum ex Canada.

Exercise 3: Mixing It Up[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary you’ve learned, create three different introductions for yourself.

Solution: The introductions will vary based on your name, age, and country.

Exercise 4: Match the Columns[edit | edit source]

Match the Latin phrase to its English translation.

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Latin	English
Nomen meum est Marcus.	My name is Marcus.
Ego sum quattuor annorum.	I am four years old.
Ego sum ex Italia.	I am from Italy.

Solution: Each phrase corresponds to its English translation in the opposite column.

Exercise 5: Group Activity[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a classmate and practice introducing yourselves to each other in Latin.

Solution: Practice speaking the phrases out loud for better retention.

Exercise 6: Age Conversion[edit | edit source]

Convert the following ages into Latin.

1. 15

2. 22

3. 39

Solution:

1. Ego sum quindecim annorum.

2. Ego sum viginti duo annorum.

3. Ego sum triginta novem annorum.

Exercise 7: Create Your Own Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue where two people introduce themselves.

Solution: Example dialogue can vary; ensure both participants follow the structure learned in this lesson.

Exercise 8: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recording of someone introducing themselves in Latin and write down what you hear.

Solution: Check your understanding based on what you hear.

Exercise 9: Group Presentation[edit | edit source]

Present your introduction to the class in Latin.

Solution: Each student will take a turn introducing themselves using the phrases learned.

Exercise 10: Reflection[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph reflecting on what you learned in this lesson and how you plan to use it.

Solution: Write about your feelings on learning this vocabulary and how it will help you in future conversations.

Congratulations on completing this lesson on introducing yourself in Latin! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using these phrases, and you'll find yourself becoming more comfortable with the language. In our next lesson, we will explore nouns and pronouns, so stay tuned!

Table of Contents - Latin Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Greetings and Introductions

Nouns and Pronouns

Numbers and Time

Verbs and Conjugations

Family and Relationships

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food and Dining

Roman History and Mythology

Prepositions and Conjunctions

Travel and Transportation

Roman Literature and Art

Videos[edit | edit source]

Latin for Beginners Lesson 1: Introduction - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Latin Episode I: Introduction - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+Welcome to this exciting lesson on introducing yourself in Latin! This is a fundamental skill that will not only enhance your vocabulary but also help you engage in basic conversations. Knowing how to introduce yourself is a crucial first step when learning a new language. It allows you to share a bit about who you are, where you're from, and even your age. This lesson will set the stage for deeper conversations as we progress through the course.
+In this lesson, we'll cover:
+* How to say your name
+* How to express your age
+* How to mention where you are from
+By the end, you'll be equipped with the essential phrases to introduce yourself in Latin. So, let’s dive in!
 __TOC__
-Learning how to introduce yourself in Latin is a great way to start speaking this ancient language. In this lesson, we will teach you how to introduce yourself in Latin, including sharing your name, age, and where you are from. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet people in Latin and start making small talk.
+=== Understanding the Basics ===
+Before we jump into examples, let’s familiarize ourselves with some key phrases that will form the backbone of our introductions.
-<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Numbers|Numbers]] & [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Parts-of-the-Body|Parts of the Body]].</span>
+==== Saying Your Name ====
-== Greetings in Latin ==
-Before we dive into how to introduce yourself in Latin, let's first learn some basic greetings:
+In Latin, to say "My name is," you would use the phrase '''"Nomen meum est."''' This translates directly to "My name is." The structure is quite similar to English, making it easier to remember!
-* '''Salve!''' - Hello!
+|
-* '''Vale!''' - Goodbye!
-* '''Gratias tibi ago!''' - Thank you!
+{| class="wikitable"
-* '''Iubeo te!''' - Please!
-* '''Bene vale!''' - Take care!
-* '''Ingredere, si placet!''' - Please come in!
-These common Latin phrases are good to know when first meeting someone and are easy to remember. Let's move on to learning how to introduce yourself in Latin.
+! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
-== Introducing Yourself in Latin ==
+|-
-To introduce yourself in Latin, you will need to know three things: your name, your age, and where you are from. Here are some sentences to help you get started:
+| Nomen meum est. || 'no-men 'me-um est || My name is.
+|-
+| Nomen tuum est. || 'no-men 'tu-um est || Your name is.
+|}
+==== Expressing Your Age ====
+To share your age, you can use the phrase '''"Ego sum [age] annorum."''' Here, '''"Ego sum"''' means "I am," and '''"[age] annorum"''' translates as "[age] years old."
+|
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Ego sum viginti annorum. || 'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti a-'nor-um || I am 20 years old.
 |-
-| ''Nomen mihi est _____.'' || ''NO-men MEE-hee est _____.'' || My name is _____.
+| Ego sum triginta annorum. || 'e-go soom 'tri-gin-ta a-'nor-um || I am 30 years old.
+|}
+==== Mentioning Where You Are From ====
+To indicate where you are from, you would say '''"Ego sum ex [place]."''' Here, '''"Ego sum"''' means "I am," and '''"ex [place]"''' translates to "from [place]."
+|
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| ''Viginti annos natus sum.'' || ''VI-gin-tee AN-nos NA-tus soom.'' || I am twenty years old.
+| Ego sum ex America. || 'e-go soom eks a-'me-ri-ka || I am from America.
 |-
-| ''E regione _____ orior/orieundus sum.'' || ''E RE-jio-nee _____ oh-ree-or/oh-ri-eun-dus soom.'' || I am from _____ region.
+| Ego sum ex Britannia. || 'e-go soom eks bri-'ta-nia || I am from Britain.
 |}
-After filling in your name, age, and region, the sentence to introduce yourself would be:
+=== Putting It All Together ===
+Now that we have the essential phrases, let’s combine them to create a full introduction! A typical introduction could look something like this:
+'''"Nomen meum est Marcus. Ego sum viginti annorum. Ego sum ex Italia."''' (My name is Marcus. I am 20 years old. I am from Italy.)
-''Nomen mihi est _____, viginti annos natus/nata sum, e regione _____ orior/orieundus sum.''
+|
-For example:
+{| class="wikitable"
-''Nomen mihi est Julia, viginti annos nata sum, e regione Italia orior.''
+! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
-Which means:
+|-
-My name is Julia, I am twenty years old, I am from Italy.
+| Nomen meum est Marcus. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'mar-kus || My name is Marcus.
-== Practice ==
+|-
-Now it's time to practice! Use the following prompts to create your own self-introduction in Latin:
+| Ego sum viginti annorum. || 'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti a-'nor-um || I am 20 years old.
-* What is your name?
+|-
-* How old are you?
-* Where are you from?
-Here's an example:
+| Ego sum ex Italia. || 'e-go soom eks i-'ta-li-a || I am from Italy.
-* Nomen mihi est Marcus.
+|}
-* Triginta annos natus sum.
-* E regione Gallia orior.
-Which means:
+=== Examples of Introducing Yourself ===
-My name is Marcus.
+Let’s explore more examples to help you get comfortable with these phrases. Here are 20 variations of self-introductions:
-I am thirty years old.
-I am from Gaul.
-== Conclusion ==
+|
-Congratulations on becoming confident in introducing yourself in Latin! Knowing these basic Latin greetings and introduction phrases will help you in your Latin language journey. Continue to practice and expand your vocabulary, and you will soon find yourself on your way to becoming proficient in this fascinating language.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Julia. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'yu-li-a || My name is Julia.
+|-
+| Ego sum duodecim annorum. || 'e-go soom 'du-o-de-kim a-'nor-um || I am 12 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Germania. || 'e-go soom eks jer-'ma-ni-a || I am from Germany.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Lucius. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'lu-ki-us || My name is Lucius.
+|-
+| Ego sum triginta quinque annorum. || 'e-go soom 'tri-gin-ta 'kwin-kwe a-'nor-um || I am 35 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Gallia. || 'e-go soom eks 'gal-li-a || I am from France.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Aemilia. || 'no-men 'me-um est a-'me-li-a || My name is Aemilia.
+|-
+| Ego sum viginti quattuor annorum. || 'e-go soom 'wi-gin-ti 'kwat-tor a-'nor-um || I am 24 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Hispania. || 'e-go soom eks his-'pa-ni-a || I am from Spain.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Tiberius. || 'no-men 'me-um est ti-'be-ri-us || My name is Tiberius.
+|-
+| Ego sum quinque annorum. || 'e-go soom 'kwin-ke a-'nor-um || I am 5 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Aegypto. || 'e-go soom eks a-'eg-ip-to || I am from Egypt.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Claudia. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'klau-di-a || My name is Claudia.
+|-
+| Ego sum septem annorum. || 'e-go soom 'sep-tem a-'nor-um || I am 7 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Italia. || 'e-go soom eks i-'ta-li-a || I am from Italy.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Gaius. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'ga-i-us || My name is Gaius.
+|-
+| Ego sum decem annorum. || 'e-go soom 'de-kem a-'nor-um || I am 10 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Polonia. || 'e-go soom eks po-'lo-ni-a || I am from Poland.
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Flavia. || 'no-men 'me-um est 'fla-vi-a || My name is Flavia.
+|-
+| Ego sum sex annorum. || 'e-go soom 'seks a-'nor-um || I am 6 years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Russia. || 'e-go soom eks 'rus-si-a || I am from Russia.
+|}
+=== Practice Exercises ===
+Now that we've gone through the content, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Here are 10 exercises to practice introducing yourself in Latin.
+==== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ====
+Complete the sentences with your information.
+. Nomen meum est __________.
+. Ego sum __________ annorum.
+. Ego sum ex __________.
+''Solution: Fill in with your name, age, and country.''
+==== Exercise 2: Translation Practice ====
+Translate the following sentences into Latin.
+. My name is Anna.
+. I am 18 years old.
+. I am from Canada.
+''Solution:''
+. Nomen meum est Anna.
+. Ego sum duodeviginti annorum.
+. Ego sum ex Canada.
+==== Exercise 3: Mixing It Up ====
+Using the vocabulary you’ve learned, create three different introductions for yourself.
+''Solution: The introductions will vary based on your name, age, and country.''
+==== Exercise 4: Match the Columns ====
+Match the Latin phrase to its English translation.
+|
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Latin !! English
+|-
+| Nomen meum est Marcus. || My name is Marcus.
+|-
+| Ego sum quattuor annorum. || I am four years old.
+|-
+| Ego sum ex Italia. || I am from Italy.
+|}
+''Solution: Each phrase corresponds to its English translation in the opposite column.''
+==== Exercise 5: Group Activity ====
+Pair up with a classmate and practice introducing yourselves to each other in Latin.
+''Solution: Practice speaking the phrases out loud for better retention.''
+==== Exercise 6: Age Conversion ====
+Convert the following ages into Latin.
+. 15
+. 22
+. 39
+''Solution:''
+. Ego sum quindecim annorum.
+. Ego sum viginti duo annorum.
+. Ego sum triginta novem annorum.
+==== Exercise 7: Create Your Own Dialogue ====
+Write a short dialogue where two people introduce themselves.
+''Solution: Example dialogue can vary; ensure both participants follow the structure learned in this lesson.''
+==== Exercise 8: Listening Comprehension ====
+Listen to a recording of someone introducing themselves in Latin and write down what you hear.
+''Solution: Check your understanding based on what you hear.''
+==== Exercise 9: Group Presentation ====
+Present your introduction to the class in Latin.
+''Solution: Each student will take a turn introducing themselves using the phrases learned.''
+==== Exercise 10: Reflection ====
+Write a short paragraph reflecting on what you learned in this lesson and how you plan to use it.
+''Solution: Write about your feelings on learning this vocabulary and how it will help you in future conversations.''
+Congratulations on completing this lesson on introducing yourself in Latin! Remember, practice makes perfect. Keep using these phrases, and you'll find yourself becoming more comfortable with the language. In our next lesson, we will explore nouns and pronouns, so stay tuned!
-<span link>Excellent job on conquering this lesson! Consider delving into these related pages: [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Seasons|Seasons]] & [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Null|Null]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://www.linguanaut.com/learn-latin/phrases.php Latin Phrases and Common Sentences | Linguanaut]
+* [https://www.amazon.com/Teach-Yourself-Beginners-Latin-Books/dp/0844235652 Beginner's Latin: An Easy Introduction (Teach Yourself) (Latin ...]
+==Other Lessons==
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/How-to-Say-Hello-and-Greetings|How to Say Hello and Greetings]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Geography|Geography]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Family|Family]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/People-in-Latin|People in Latin]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Latin-Quotes|Latin Quotes]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Animal|Animal]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Days-Of-The-Week|Days Of The Week]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Modes-of-Transportation|Modes of Transportation]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Words-and-Expressions-Latin|Words and Expressions Latin]]
+* [[Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Numbers-1-100|Numbers 1 100]]
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