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Welcome to this engaging lesson on '''prepositions''' in Latin! Prepositions are vital elements of any language, acting as the glue that holds our sentences together. They help us express relationships between nouns and other words, indicating direction, location, time, and much more. Understanding prepositions will empower you to create more complex and meaningful sentences, enhancing your overall mastery of Latin.


In this lesson, we will explore the following key aspects of Latin prepositions:


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* '''Forms of Prepositions''': We’ll discuss how prepositions vary and their specific forms.
 
* '''Cases Governed by Prepositions''': Each preposition in Latin governs a particular case. We will delve into which prepositions govern which cases.
 
* '''Usage in Sentences''': We’ll illustrate how prepositions function within sentences to convey clear and precise meanings.
 
By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of Latin prepositions, enabling you to incorporate them confidently in your writing and speech.


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Latin is a highly inflected language, meaning that the endings of words change to indicate their grammatical function. One important part of Latin grammar is prepositions, which are words that show the relationship between two parts of a sentence. In this lesson, we will explore prepositions in Latin, including their forms, the cases they govern, and their usage in sentences.
=== Forms of Prepositions ===
 
In Latin, prepositions typically precede their objects and can be classified based on the cases they govern. Most commonly, Latin prepositions govern the '''accusative''' or '''ablative''' cases. Here are some examples of prepositions and their respective forms:
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| ad || /ad/ || to, toward
 
|-


== What are Prepositions? ==
| in || /in/ || in, on


Prepositions are words that indicate the relationship between two parts of a sentence. They often show position or direction, such as "in" (in), "ad" (to), and "per" (through). Prepositions are usually followed by a noun or pronoun in a specific case.
|-


In Latin, prepositions can take a noun or pronoun in one of four cases: accusative, ablative, genitive, or dative. The case that the noun or pronoun takes depends on the specific preposition used.
| cum || /kum/ || with


== Forms of Prepositions ==
|-


Most prepositions in Latin have a fixed form, but some have variant forms depending on the gender or number of the noun they modify. Here are some examples of prepositions with their standard forms:
| pro || /pro/ || for, in favor of
 
|-
 
| ex || /eks/ || out of, from
 
|-
 
| per || /per/ || through, by
 
|-
 
| sub || /sub/ || under
 
|-
 
| sine || /siː.ne/ || without
 
|-
 
| ante || /an.te/ || before
 
|-
 
| post || /po.st/ || after
 
|}
 
=== Cases Governed by Prepositions ===
 
Understanding the cases governed by prepositions is crucial for correct sentence structure. Here’s a breakdown of the most common Latin prepositions and the cases they govern:
 
1. '''Accusative Case''': Used primarily for expressing direction or movement towards something.
 
* Examples:
 
* ad (to, towards)
 
* per (through)
 
2. '''Ablative Case''': Used for expressing location, time, or means.
 
* Examples:
 
* cum (with)
 
* ex (out of, from)
 
Let’s take a look at a table that summarizes these prepositions and their governed cases:


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Preposition !! Case Governed !! Usage Example
|-
| ad || Accusative || ad urbem (to the city)
|-
| per || Accusative || per silvam (through the forest)
|-
| cum || Ablative || cum amicis (with friends)
|-
| ex || Ablative || ex urbe (out of the city)
|-
| in || Accusative or Ablative || in urbem (into the city) / in urbe (in the city)
|-
| sub || Accusative or Ablative || sub montem (under the mountain) / sub monte (under the mountain)
|}
=== Usage in Sentences ===
Now that we’ve explored the forms and cases of prepositions, it’s time to see how they function in sentences. Prepositions allow us to add context and detail, transforming simple phrases into rich descriptions.
Here are 20 illustrative sentences featuring various prepositions:
{| class="wikitable"
! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
! Latin !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| Puella in horto ludet. || /ˈpʊ.ɛl.la in ˈhɔr.to ˈlu.dɛt/ || The girl will play in the garden.
|-
| Marcus ad scholam currit. || /ˈmar.kus ad ˈsko.lam ˈkur.rit/ || Marcus runs to school.
|-
| Puer cum patre venit. || /ˈpʊ.ɛr kum ˈpa.trɛ ˈwɛ.nit/ || The boy comes with his father.
|-
| Agricola ex villa discessit. || /a.ɡrɪˈko.la eks ˈwi.la dɪsˈtʃɛ.sɪt/ || The farmer departed from the farmhouse.
|-
| Libri sunt in mensa. || /ˈli.bri sʊnt in ˈmɛn.sa/ || The books are on the table.
|-
| Ego ad forum ambulo. || /ˈɛ.ɡo ad ˈfo.rum ˈam.bu.lo/ || I walk to the forum.
|-
| Caelum est sine nubibus. || /ˈka.e.lum ɛst ˈsi.ne ˈnu.bi.bus/ || The sky is without clouds.
|-
|-
| in || in || in, on, into
 
| Pueri ante domum ludunt. || /ˈpʊ.ɛ.ri ˈan.te ˈdo.mum ˈlu.dʊnt/ || The boys play in front of the house.
 
|-
|-
| ad || ad || to, toward
 
| Naves per mare navigant. || /ˈna.wɛs pɛr ˈma.re ˈna.wi.ɡant/ || The ships sail through the sea.
 
|-
|-
| per || per || through, by means of
 
| Femina pro puella laborat. || /ˈfe.mi.na pro ˈpʊ.ɛl.la ˈla.bɔ.rat/ || The woman works for the girl.
 
|-
 
| Canes sub arbore dormiunt. || /ˈka.nɛs sub ˈar.bɔ.re ˈdɔr.mi.ʊnt/ || The dogs sleep under the tree.
 
|-
|-
| de || de || of, from, down from
 
| Senex cum pueris ambulat. || /ˈse.nɛks kum ˈpʊ.ɛ.ris ˈam.bu.lat/ || The old man walks with the boys.
 
|-
 
| Puer in ludo est. || /ˈpʊ.ɛr in ˈlu.do ɛst/ || The boy is in school.
 
|-
 
| Mater ad forum venire vult. || /ˈma.tɛr ad ˈfo.rum ˈwɛ.ni.re vʊlt/ || Mother wants to come to the forum.
 
|-
 
| Nubes post montem sunt. || /ˈnu.bɛs pɔst ˈmɔntɛm sʊnt/ || The clouds are behind the mountain.
 
|-
 
| Filius ex aula venit. || /ˈfi.lɪ.us ɛks ˈau.la ˈwɛ.nit/ || The son comes from the hall.
 
|-
 
| Puella ante patrem stetit. || /ˈpʊ.ɛl.la ˈan.te ˈpa.trɛm ˈste.tɪt/ || The girl stood in front of her father.
 
|-
 
| Pueri in agro laborant. || /ˈpʊ.ɛ.ri in ˈa.ɡro ˈla.bɔ.rant/ || The boys work in the field.
 
|-
 
| Arbor est sub monte. || /ˈar.bɔr ɛst sub ˈmɔn.te/ || The tree is under the mountain.
 
|-
 
| Equus per flumen currit. || /ˈɛ.kʊs pɛr ˈflʊ.mɛn ˈkur.rit/ || The horse runs through the river.
 
|}
|}


Note that the preposition "in" can have different forms depending on the gender and number of the noun it modifies. For example, "in terra" means "in the land", but "in urbe" means "in the city".
== Exercises ==
 
Now that you’ve familiarized yourself with the forms and usage of Latin prepositions, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are '''10 exercises''' designed to reinforce what you've learned. Try to complete them without looking back at the examples.
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Latin prepositions.
 
1. Puella _____ hortum ambulat. (to)
 
2. Librum _____ mensa posui. (on)
 
3. Puer _____ patre venit. (with)
 
4. Naves _____ mare navigant. (through)
 
5. Senex _____ pueris ludit. (with)
 
=== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences from English to Latin.
 
1. The girl plays in the garden.
 
2. The farmer departs from the city.
 
3. The clouds are without rain.
 
4. The boys walk to the school.
 
5. The tree stands under the mountain.
 
=== Exercise 3: Identify the Prepositions ===
 
Identify the prepositions in the following Latin sentences.
 
1. Puella in horto ludit.
 
2. Puer ad forum currit.
 
3. Naves per flumen navigant.
 
4. Mater cum filio venit.
 
5. Arbor est sub monte.
 
=== Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions with Their Cases ===
 
Match the prepositions to the correct case they govern.
 
1. ad
 
2. cum
 
3. ex
 
4. in
 
5. per
 
a. Accusative
 
b. Ablative
 
=== Exercise 5: Sentence Construction ===
 
Create sentences using the following pairs of words and prepositions.
 
1. (puella, hortus, in)
 
2. (puer, domus, ad)
 
3. (naves, mare, per)
 
4. (senex, puella, cum)
 
5. (arbor, mons, sub)
 
=== Exercise 6: Correct the Errors ===
 
Correct the mistakes in the following sentences.
 
1. Ego cum amica in foro.
 
2. Puella ad montem currit.
 
3. Pueri sine libris in scola sunt.
 
4. Canes ex domo ambulant.
 
5. Naves ante flumen navigant.
 
=== Exercise 7: Write the Meaning ===
 
Write the meaning of the following Latin prepositions.
 
1. pro
 
2. sine
 
3. sub
 
4. ante
 
5. post
 
=== Exercise 8: Identify Case Usage ===
 
Identify whether the following phrases use the accusative or ablative case.
 
1. ad urbem
 
2. cum amicis
 
3. ex villa
 
4. in horto
 
5. per silvam
 
=== Exercise 9: Translate the Prepositions ===
 
Translate the following Latin prepositions into English.
 
1. ad
 
2. in
 
3. cum
 
4. pro
 
5. ex
 
=== Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue ===
 
Write a short dialogue between two characters using at least five different Latin prepositions.
 
== Solutions ==
 
Let’s review the answers to the exercises together!
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
1. ad
 
2. in
 
3. cum
 
4. per
 
5. cum
 
=== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ===
 
1. Puella in horto ludit.
 
2. Agricola ex urbe discessit.
 
3. Nubes sunt sine pluviā.
 
4. Pueri ad scholam ambulant.
 
5. Arbor stat sub monte.
 
=== Exercise 3: Identify the Prepositions ===
 
1. in
 
2. ad
 
3. per
 
4. cum
 
5. sub
 
=== Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions with Their Cases ===
 
1. ad - a. Accusative
 
2. cum - b. Ablative
 
3. ex - b. Ablative
 
4. in - a. Accusative / b. Ablative
 
5. per - a. Accusative
 
=== Exercise 5: Sentence Construction ===
 
1. Puella in horto ludit.
 
2. Puer ad domum currit.
 
3. Naves per mare navigant.


== Cases Governed by Prepositions ==
4. Senex cum puella ambulat.


As mentioned earlier, prepositions in Latin can take a noun or pronoun in one of four cases: accusative, ablative, genitive, or dative. The case that the noun or pronoun takes depends on the specific preposition used.
5. Arbor est sub monte.


Here are some examples of prepositions and the cases they govern:
=== Exercise 6: Correct the Errors ===


* "In" can take a noun or pronoun in the accusative or ablative case.
1. Ego cum amica in foro sum.
* "Ad" can take a noun or pronoun in the accusative case.
* "Per" can take a noun or pronoun in the accusative or ablative case.
* "De" can take a noun or pronoun in the ablative or genitive case.


Here are some examples of prepositions with the cases they govern:
2. Puella ad montem currit.


* "In urbem" (accusative) means "into the city".
3. Pueri sine libris in schola sunt.
* "In urbe" (ablative) means "in the city".
* "Ad regem" (accusative) means "to the king".
* "Per viam" (accusative) means "through the street".
* "Per viā" (ablative) means "by way of the street".
* "De terra" (ablative) means "from the land".
* "Dei filius" (genitive) means "son of God".


It's important to note that some prepositions can govern more than one case, depending on the meaning of the sentence. For example, the preposition "cum" can take a noun or pronoun in the ablative or the dative case.
4. Canes ex domo ambulant.


== Tips for Using Prepositions Correctly ==
5. Naves ante flumen navigant.


One of the most challenging aspects of learning Latin prepositions is learning which case to use with each preposition. Here are some tips to help you use prepositions correctly in your sentences:
=== Exercise 7: Write the Meaning ===


* Memorize the standard forms of prepositions, including any variant forms that depend on the gender or number of the noun they modify.
1. for, in favor of
* Memorize the cases that each preposition can govern, and practice using each preposition with nouns and pronouns in the correct case.
* Be aware that some prepositions can govern more than one case, depending on the meaning of the sentence.
* Pay attention to prepositions in Latin texts and try to identify the case of the noun or pronoun that follows each preposition.


With practice and attention to detail, you can learn to use prepositions correctly in your Latin sentences.
2. without


== Practice with Prepositions ==
3. under


Here are some practice sentences using prepositions in Latin. Try to identify the cases of the nouns or pronouns that follow each preposition:
4. before


* "Romae sum." (I am in Rome.)
5. after
* "In tua domo habitas." (You live in your house.)
* "Cum amicis gaudeo." (I am happy with friends.)
* "De partibus trium regnorum loquimur." (We are talking about the parts of three kingdoms.)


== Conclusion ==
=== Exercise 8: Identify Case Usage ===


In this lesson, we learned about prepositions in Latin, including their forms, cases they govern, and usage in sentences. While prepositions can be challenging to learn at first, with practice and attention to detail, you can use them effectively in your Latin sentences. Keep practicing, and you'll soon be on your way to fluency in this fascinating language!
1. Accusative
 
2. Ablative
 
3. Ablative
 
4. Ablative
 
5. Accusative
 
=== Exercise 9: Translate the Prepositions ===
 
1. to, towards
 
2. in, on
 
3. with
 
4. for, in favor of
 
5. out of, from
 
=== Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue ===
 
(Here, students' creativity will shine! Encourage them to use at least five different prepositions.)
 
Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on Latin prepositions. With this knowledge, you are now better equipped to construct meaningful and detailed sentences in Latin. Keep practicing, and remember that language learning is a journey filled with exploration and discovery!


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Latin → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Prepositions

Welcome to this engaging lesson on prepositions in Latin! Prepositions are vital elements of any language, acting as the glue that holds our sentences together. They help us express relationships between nouns and other words, indicating direction, location, time, and much more. Understanding prepositions will empower you to create more complex and meaningful sentences, enhancing your overall mastery of Latin.

In this lesson, we will explore the following key aspects of Latin prepositions:

  • Forms of Prepositions: We’ll discuss how prepositions vary and their specific forms.
  • Cases Governed by Prepositions: Each preposition in Latin governs a particular case. We will delve into which prepositions govern which cases.
  • Usage in Sentences: We’ll illustrate how prepositions function within sentences to convey clear and precise meanings.

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of Latin prepositions, enabling you to incorporate them confidently in your writing and speech.

Forms of Prepositions[edit | edit source]

In Latin, prepositions typically precede their objects and can be classified based on the cases they govern. Most commonly, Latin prepositions govern the accusative or ablative cases. Here are some examples of prepositions and their respective forms:

Latin Pronunciation English
ad /ad/ to, toward
in /in/ in, on
cum /kum/ with
pro /pro/ for, in favor of
ex /eks/ out of, from
per /per/ through, by
sub /sub/ under
sine /siː.ne/ without
ante /an.te/ before
post /po.st/ after

Cases Governed by Prepositions[edit | edit source]

Understanding the cases governed by prepositions is crucial for correct sentence structure. Here’s a breakdown of the most common Latin prepositions and the cases they govern:

1. Accusative Case: Used primarily for expressing direction or movement towards something.

  • Examples:
  • ad (to, towards)
  • per (through)

2. Ablative Case: Used for expressing location, time, or means.

  • Examples:
  • cum (with)
  • ex (out of, from)

Let’s take a look at a table that summarizes these prepositions and their governed cases:

Preposition Case Governed Usage Example
ad Accusative ad urbem (to the city)
per Accusative per silvam (through the forest)
cum Ablative cum amicis (with friends)
ex Ablative ex urbe (out of the city)
in Accusative or Ablative in urbem (into the city) / in urbe (in the city)
sub Accusative or Ablative sub montem (under the mountain) / sub monte (under the mountain)

Usage in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now that we’ve explored the forms and cases of prepositions, it’s time to see how they function in sentences. Prepositions allow us to add context and detail, transforming simple phrases into rich descriptions.

Here are 20 illustrative sentences featuring various prepositions:

Latin Pronunciation English
Puella in horto ludet. /ˈpʊ.ɛl.la in ˈhɔr.to ˈlu.dɛt/ The girl will play in the garden.
Marcus ad scholam currit. /ˈmar.kus ad ˈsko.lam ˈkur.rit/ Marcus runs to school.
Puer cum patre venit. /ˈpʊ.ɛr kum ˈpa.trɛ ˈwɛ.nit/ The boy comes with his father.
Agricola ex villa discessit. /a.ɡrɪˈko.la eks ˈwi.la dɪsˈtʃɛ.sɪt/ The farmer departed from the farmhouse.
Libri sunt in mensa. /ˈli.bri sʊnt in ˈmɛn.sa/ The books are on the table.
Ego ad forum ambulo. /ˈɛ.ɡo ad ˈfo.rum ˈam.bu.lo/ I walk to the forum.
Caelum est sine nubibus. /ˈka.e.lum ɛst ˈsi.ne ˈnu.bi.bus/ The sky is without clouds.
Pueri ante domum ludunt. /ˈpʊ.ɛ.ri ˈan.te ˈdo.mum ˈlu.dʊnt/ The boys play in front of the house.
Naves per mare navigant. /ˈna.wɛs pɛr ˈma.re ˈna.wi.ɡant/ The ships sail through the sea.
Femina pro puella laborat. /ˈfe.mi.na pro ˈpʊ.ɛl.la ˈla.bɔ.rat/ The woman works for the girl.
Canes sub arbore dormiunt. /ˈka.nɛs sub ˈar.bɔ.re ˈdɔr.mi.ʊnt/ The dogs sleep under the tree.
Senex cum pueris ambulat. /ˈse.nɛks kum ˈpʊ.ɛ.ris ˈam.bu.lat/ The old man walks with the boys.
Puer in ludo est. /ˈpʊ.ɛr in ˈlu.do ɛst/ The boy is in school.
Mater ad forum venire vult. /ˈma.tɛr ad ˈfo.rum ˈwɛ.ni.re vʊlt/ Mother wants to come to the forum.
Nubes post montem sunt. /ˈnu.bɛs pɔst ˈmɔntɛm sʊnt/ The clouds are behind the mountain.
Filius ex aula venit. /ˈfi.lɪ.us ɛks ˈau.la ˈwɛ.nit/ The son comes from the hall.
Puella ante patrem stetit. /ˈpʊ.ɛl.la ˈan.te ˈpa.trɛm ˈste.tɪt/ The girl stood in front of her father.
Pueri in agro laborant. /ˈpʊ.ɛ.ri in ˈa.ɡro ˈla.bɔ.rant/ The boys work in the field.
Arbor est sub monte. /ˈar.bɔr ɛst sub ˈmɔn.te/ The tree is under the mountain.
Equus per flumen currit. /ˈɛ.kʊs pɛr ˈflʊ.mɛn ˈkur.rit/ The horse runs through the river.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you’ve familiarized yourself with the forms and usage of Latin prepositions, let’s put your knowledge to the test! Below are 10 exercises designed to reinforce what you've learned. Try to complete them without looking back at the examples.

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

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Latin prepositions.

1. Puella _____ hortum ambulat. (to)

2. Librum _____ mensa posui. (on)

3. Puer _____ patre venit. (with)

4. Naves _____ mare navigant. (through)

5. Senex _____ pueris ludit. (with)

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Latin.

1. The girl plays in the garden.

2. The farmer departs from the city.

3. The clouds are without rain.

4. The boys walk to the school.

5. The tree stands under the mountain.

Exercise 3: Identify the Prepositions[edit | edit source]

Identify the prepositions in the following Latin sentences.

1. Puella in horto ludit.

2. Puer ad forum currit.

3. Naves per flumen navigant.

4. Mater cum filio venit.

5. Arbor est sub monte.

Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions with Their Cases[edit | edit source]

Match the prepositions to the correct case they govern.

1. ad

2. cum

3. ex

4. in

5. per

a. Accusative

b. Ablative

Exercise 5: Sentence Construction[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following pairs of words and prepositions.

1. (puella, hortus, in)

2. (puer, domus, ad)

3. (naves, mare, per)

4. (senex, puella, cum)

5. (arbor, mons, sub)

Exercise 6: Correct the Errors[edit | edit source]

Correct the mistakes in the following sentences.

1. Ego cum amica in foro.

2. Puella ad montem currit.

3. Pueri sine libris in scola sunt.

4. Canes ex domo ambulant.

5. Naves ante flumen navigant.

Exercise 7: Write the Meaning[edit | edit source]

Write the meaning of the following Latin prepositions.

1. pro

2. sine

3. sub

4. ante

5. post

Exercise 8: Identify Case Usage[edit | edit source]

Identify whether the following phrases use the accusative or ablative case.

1. ad urbem

2. cum amicis

3. ex villa

4. in horto

5. per silvam

Exercise 9: Translate the Prepositions[edit | edit source]

Translate the following Latin prepositions into English.

1. ad

2. in

3. cum

4. pro

5. ex

Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two characters using at least five different Latin prepositions.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Let’s review the answers to the exercises together!

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

1. ad

2. in

3. cum

4. per

5. cum

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. Puella in horto ludit.

2. Agricola ex urbe discessit.

3. Nubes sunt sine pluviā.

4. Pueri ad scholam ambulant.

5. Arbor stat sub monte.

Exercise 3: Identify the Prepositions[edit | edit source]

1. in

2. ad

3. per

4. cum

5. sub

Exercise 4: Match the Prepositions with Their Cases[edit | edit source]

1. ad - a. Accusative

2. cum - b. Ablative

3. ex - b. Ablative

4. in - a. Accusative / b. Ablative

5. per - a. Accusative

Exercise 5: Sentence Construction[edit | edit source]

1. Puella in horto ludit.

2. Puer ad domum currit.

3. Naves per mare navigant.

4. Senex cum puella ambulat.

5. Arbor est sub monte.

Exercise 6: Correct the Errors[edit | edit source]

1. Ego cum amica in foro sum.

2. Puella ad montem currit.

3. Pueri sine libris in schola sunt.

4. Canes ex domo ambulant.

5. Naves ante flumen navigant.

Exercise 7: Write the Meaning[edit | edit source]

1. for, in favor of

2. without

3. under

4. before

5. after

Exercise 8: Identify Case Usage[edit | edit source]

1. Accusative

2. Ablative

3. Ablative

4. Ablative

5. Accusative

Exercise 9: Translate the Prepositions[edit | edit source]

1. to, towards

2. in, on

3. with

4. for, in favor of

5. out of, from

Exercise 10: Create a Short Dialogue[edit | edit source]

(Here, students' creativity will shine! Encourage them to use at least five different prepositions.)

Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on Latin prepositions. With this knowledge, you are now better equipped to construct meaningful and detailed sentences in Latin. Keep practicing, and remember that language learning is a journey filled with exploration and discovery!

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


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]

The Prepositional Phrase in Latin - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Latin Prepositions - YouTube[edit | edit source]



Sources[edit | edit source]


Other Lessons[edit | edit source]




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