classical Latin
ˈklæsɪkəl ˈlætɪn
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Definition of classical Latin - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

languageTECH.ancient Roman language used in literature and educationTECH.
  • Classical Latin was spoken by scholars and writers.
  • Classical Latin texts are studied in universities.
  • The poet wrote in Classical Latin.
ancient Roman Latin
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Expressions with classical

classical musicn.
traditional genre of music emphasizing formal styles and structures
Classical music often includes works by composers like Bach and Mozart.
classical balletn.
traditional ballet style with precise, graceful movements
She trained in classical ballet from a young age.
classical guitaristn.
person skilled in playing classical guitar
She is a renowned classical guitarist known for her technical proficiency.
classical stylen.
traditional style in literature or fashion
Her writing reflects a classical style.
classical mythologyn.
myths from ancient Greek and Roman cultures
Classical mythology includes stories of Zeus and Hercules.
classical chessn.
traditional form of chess with standard time controls
He prefers classical chess over blitz or rapid formats.

Expressions with Latin

Latin crossn.
Christian cross with a vertical and horizontal bar
The Latin cross is a symbol of faith.
Latin alphabetn.
set of 26 letters used in many world languages
English is written using the Latin alphabet..
Latin American Networkn.
broadcast service targeting Latin American audiences
The Latin American Network airs popular telenovelas and news programs.
Latin namen.
Latinized version of a person's name
His Latin name was Johannes Keplerus.
Latin Quartern.
area in Paris known for education and arts
The Latin Quarter is bustling with students and artists.
Latin-Americanadj.
related to Latin America or its people
She enjoys Latin-American music and dance.
Pig Latinn.
playful language game altering English words
She spoke in Pig Latin to confuse her brother.
Latin American.
cultural and geographical region in the Western Hemisphere
Latin America has a rich history influenced by indigenous and European cultures.
Biblical Latinn.
Latin used in Bible translations and commentaries
Biblical Latin was essential for medieval scholars.
Late Latinn.
form of Latin used from 3rd to 8th centuries
Late Latin was used in many religious texts.

Terms related to classical Latin

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classclassificationclassifyLatinateantiquityclassicseducationliteraturephilologyrhetoricRome

Terms with classical Latin included in their meaning

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modern languagen.
non-classical
languages studied that are not classical languages like Latin or Ancient Greek
literae humanioresn.
academic field
study of classical Latin and Greek literature and philosophy
Low Latinn.
history
any form of Latin other than classical

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  1. French:latin classique, ...
  2. German:Klassisches Latein, ...
  3. Italian:latino classico, ...
  4. Spanish:latín clásico, ...
  5. Portuguese:latim clássico, ...
  6. Chinese:古典拉丁语, ...
  7. Japanese:古典ラテン語, ...
  8. Arabic:اللَّاتِينِيَّة الكْلَاسِيكِيَّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:לָטִינִית קְלָאסִית, ...
  10. Russian:классический латинский, ...
  11. Ukrainian:класична латина, ...
  12. Hindi:शास्त्रीय लैटिन, ...
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