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patriae


Meanings
  • Noun

    The Latin word for 'fatherland' or 'country'.

    - "The soldiers fought valiantly for the patriae."
    - "He returned to his patriae after many years of travel."

Variants
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amor patriae , pater patriae
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'patria' meaning 'father, ancestor, country'.


Trivia
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  1. The Latin word 'patria' is also the root of the English words 'paternal' and 'patriarch'.

  2. In ancient Rome, the Vestal Virgins were believed to protect the patriae by keeping the eternal flame burning.


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  1. Patria potestas: A legal term in ancient Rome referring to the absolute power a father held over his family.

  2. Patria Fidelis: A Latin term used during the Middle Ages to refer to a loyal subject or citizen.


Culture
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Patriae has been used extensively in literature and art to represent the idea of home, country, or ancestry. In Roman culture, the term was used to refer to the land and people of Rome.

How to Memorize "patriae"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a map of Rome with the label 'Patriae' marking the center of the city.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'patriae' with the feeling of pride and love for one's country.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'Patriae' starts with the same letters as 'Proud And True Romans Always Excel'.


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