Latin Phrases: Translate Latin Phrases to English at your fingertips (Business and Investing Book 1) Kindle Edition

I picked up this book since I have never had any instruction in Latin and often feel confused when I come across certain phrases in my reading.First of all, I was surprised at how much Latin we (English speakers) use on a regular basis: Carpe diem, magnum opus, memorabilia, modus operandi, post partum, rigor mortis, status quo, etc.Then there are phrases I was familiar with, but less certain of their meaning: Annus mirabalis (year of wonders), caveat (let him beware), Deus ex machina (a contrived or artificial solution), habeas corpus (you must have a body), and mea culpa (it's not my fault)Second, any word lover will enjoy seeing the origins of many of our English words. From "nihil" (nothing) we get Nihilism. From "vide" (see) we get video, etc.Third, the author throws in quite a few hilarious phrases to keep things light: "Certe, toto, sentio nos in kansate non iam adesse." (You know, Toto, I have a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore), "Balaenae nobis conservandae sunt!" (Save the whales!), and "Luke sum ipse patrem te" (Luke, I am your father.)This is a quick, fun read. It will make you feel more educated. After all, "Quid quid latine dictum sit, altum videtur." (Anything said in Latin sounds profound.)

I think I learned more from this book than from an entire four years of Latin classes in school (mind you she was a pretty average teacher). I stand in awe of Dr Harry Jay's knowledge of these Latin phrases, some of which will come in very handy when navigating through medical documents, or for impressing your friends! This is a valuable resource rather than a book to read right through.Since the English language has evolved largely from Latin, this book can also improve your appreciation of English and will notice the similarity of certain words.I very much liked 101 ways of saying I love/like you in as many different languages!My only regret is that I cannot access any live links to take advantage of the wonderful list of resources in the back of the book as I don't have access to WiFi. However I copied down the link to the library - certainly glad I did!

I once chaired an ad hoc committee and didn't know how to spell it! Latin is one of those languages I wish I had taken the time to learn, but honestly feared it. Teachers are told to teach latin to their students so they become better decoders of the English language, but there are no resources to easily do this...until now. Dr. Jay cleverly listed latin phrases into meaningful quotes we have all seen or heard at one time. It is organized much like a dictionary and this reference book makes learning some Latin a great bit of fun.

A wonderful little book for referencing Latin phrases.

How many times do we use Latin phrases, or run across them and not really know what they mean? This handy guide by Dr. Harry Jay covers all of the phrases you are likely to encounter in business and finance. This is a great little reference book that everyone should have on their book shelf. You can't help but come away knowing and understanding more about the words you encounter on a regular basis. Excellent reference and well worth the price.

Never enjoyed Latin more than when shuffling through this book of Latin phrases! Oh, so clever!! Found myself chuckling out loud as I thumbed through some of the more obscure phrases which are alphabetically arranged. I'm planning to use this reference as I write my blog and facebook posts. This book is one that will be used over and over and over again.Elvis abiit, excessit, evasit, erupit (loosely translated - Elvis has left the building)!

I was skeptical at first about how many of the phrases in this book I actually here in every day life. However, after going through them there were a ton that I have heard used in conversation before and had no idea (or had the wrong idea) what they actually meant! Thanks for this helpful guide!

I loved reading this book. You can learn so many Latin phrases that you never knew, before reading this book. There are so many words that we use in our daily vocabulary from Latin. For example..I never knew Vice Versa and Versus was entirely Latin. Such a beautiful language and a very good book!

If you have ever be faced with a Latin phrase or saying and wondered what it meant, then this book is for you. You can dip in and out of the Latin listings as and when needed and it will tell you what you want to know so it would be handy to always have it available on your smartphone or tablet. If you prefer to work your way through the listing you will also find a few oddball entries that amuse. For instance, want to know how you say "I want my rubber ducky!" in Latin? This book will tell you.A useful and entertaining read!

Some fantastic Latin quotes to score dix points against inferior uneducated types (I jest 😉) or hoi polloi. 😜😂 After all, all is fair in love and war!

It's amazing how many Latin phrases we use nowadays and never know the meaning of them. Now's your chance to find all the true meanings of them and how to use them properly. Like your favourite dictionary this is one book you'll be using for years to come.

Latin Phrases is a very useful book to keep on your iPad or iPhone for all those times you wished you'd known what a Latin phrase meant. And it's surprising how many times Latin phrases turn up in books, business, and my favourite cryptic crosswords.