Language/Latin/Vocabulary/Basic-Greetings

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Latin, like many other languages, has its own set of essential phrases that are important to know for everyday communication. In this lesson, we will cover some basic greetings and polite expressions that will help you navigate conversations in Latin-speaking contexts.

With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: How to Say Hello and Greetings & How to say Good Bye?.

Greetings

Let's start with some common greeting phrases in Latin:

Latin	Pronunciation	English
Salve!	sahl-weh!	Hello!
Ave!	ah-weh!	Greetings!
Io!	ee-oh!	Hail!

• Salve is a common way to say hello in Latin. This phrase is useful in any situation, whether you're greeting a friend or a stranger.
• Ave is another way to greet someone, similar to saying "greetings" in English. This phrase can be used in a more formal context.
• Io is an exclamation used to show excitement, like saying "hail" in English.

Note that the pronunciation guide uses the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to represent each Latin word's sounds. If you're unfamiliar with IPA, you can also use the provided English representation or the Latin script.

Polite Expressions

In addition to greetings, it's important to know some polite expressions to show respect and appreciation in Latin. Here are some examples:

Latin	Pronunciation	English
Gratias tibi ago.	GRAH-tee-ahs TEE-bee AH-goh.	Thank you.
Libenter.	lee-BEN-ter.	With pleasure.
Ego te saluto.	EH-goh teh sah-LOO-toh.	I greet you.
Sis bene.	sees BEH-neh.	Be well.

• Gratias tibi ago is a common way to say "thank you" in Latin. This expression shows appreciation and gratitude.
• Libenter can be used to indicate that you're happy to help or do something for someone.
• Ego te saluto means "I greet you," which is a more formal way to introduce yourself to someone.
• Sis bene is a way to say "be well," which is a polite way to say goodbye in Latin.

Conclusion

Learning some basic Latin greetings and polite expressions is a great way to start your journey into this ancient language. Remember that Latin is still used in many contexts today, and having these phrases in your vocabulary can help you communicate effectively with others. Practice these phrases with friends, and don't be afraid to use them in real-life situations. In the next lesson, we will cover how to introduce yourself in Latin.

Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Words and Expressions Latin & Adverbs in Latin.

Table of Contents - Latin Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Noun Declensions
• Personal Pronouns

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time

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Verbs and Conjugations

• Present Tense
• Imperfect Tense

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Describing Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Declensions
• Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

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Food and Dining

• Food Items
• Dining and Meals

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Roman History and Mythology

• Roman Gods and Goddesses
• Famous Roman Figures

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Prepositions
• Coordinating Conjunctions

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Directions and Locations

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Roman Literature and Art

• Roman Poetry and Poets
• Roman Architecture and Art

Other Lessons

• Words and Expressions Latin
• Null
• Days Of The Week
• Family
• Drinks
• Months of the Year
• Months Days Planets
• Basic Phrases in Latin
• Verbs in Latin
• Time

Sources

• 50 Cool Latin Phrases To Impress Your Friends (And Foes) | Mondly ...
• Latin/Common Phrases - Wikiversity
• Latin Phrases - Hear Latin Words and Basic Phrases

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