Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Relating to the Latin language or ancient Roman culture.
Natural examples
Der Arzt erklärte den lateinischen Namen der Pflanze.
The doctor explained the plant's Latin name.
Sie übersetzte eine lateinische Inschrift am Brunnen.
She translated a Latin inscription on the fountain.
Viele lateinische Wörter leben im Deutschen weiter.
Many Latin words survive in German.
Usage note
It inflects before nouns. The language as a subject is called Latein; lateinisch describes a Latin form or origin.
Mini-lesson: lateinisch
Relating to the Latin language or ancient Roman culture. It inflects before nouns. The language as a subject is called Latein; lateinisch describes a Latin form or origin.
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