Learn Latin Easily
A straightforward guide to mastering Latin
Unlock the beauty of Latin with ease and confidence.
What you'll learn
- Basic Latin vocabulary
- Fundamental grammar rules
- Essential sentence structures
- Pronunciation techniques
- Translation skills
- Cultural context of Latin
About this book
Learn Latin Easily is designed for anyone eager to explore the foundations of this classical language. With clear explanations and practical exercises, this book simplifies the learning process, making it accessible for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Whether you are a student, a history buff, or simply curious about the roots of modern languages, this book provides the tools you need to understand and appreciate Latin. Dive into its rich vocabulary and grammar, and discover how Latin influences contemporary languages and cultures.
Who this book is for
- Students of classical languages
- History enthusiasts
- Linguistics students
- Teachers seeking resources
- Curious learners
Why read this book
- User-friendly approach for beginners
- Engaging exercises to reinforce learning
- Cultural insights enhance understanding
- Comprehensive glossary for quick reference
About the language
Latin is a classical Indo-European language and was the language of the Roman Empire. It no longer has native speakers, but it is still the official language of Vatican City, and the Romance languages developed from it.
Where it is spoken
Vatican City
Writing system
Written in the Latin alphabet, from left to right.
Quick facts
- Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian all developed from Latin.
- It is used in the scientific names of plants and animals, such as Homo sapiens.
- Many medical and legal terms in European languages come from Latin.
- Roman sites in Baalbek, Jerash, Leptis Magna and Timgad bear Latin inscriptions.
Why learn it
- Study: understand terms in medicine, law and science, and the names of living species.
- Languages: make learning French, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese easier.
- Culture: read Roman inscriptions at archaeological sites across the Arab world.
Words shared with Arabic
- denarius — A Roman coin, the source of the Arabic word dinar.
- centenarius — A unit of weight, the source of Arabic qintar via Greek and Aramaic.
- milia — A thousand paces, the source of Arabic mil, a mile.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
1,829 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Test yourself on every sign
The app shows a sign and asks for its meaning or its sound; pick the right answer out of 4.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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