latinum
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A certificate that shows you can read and write Latin
- noun
- /ˈleɪtɪnəm/
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certificado de latín
- He worked hard to obtain the latinum before graduating from high school.
Examples
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She received her latinum after completing the course.
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Many students aim to obtain a latinum in Latin.
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After passing the exam, she received her latinum and could enroll in advanced courses.
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Many universities in Germany require a latinum for studying classical philology.
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She received her latinum after completing the advanced Latin course.
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His latinum was a requirement for teaching Latin in the local schools.
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The school awarded her a latinum as recognition for her excellent performance in Latin.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Latinum comes from the name of the old language Latin, so it literally means 'of Latin'. In places like Germany a latinum is a certificate that shows you can read and use 'Latin', which is why the name fits.