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Noun — The Latin word for breath or breathing, occasionally used in English discussions of etymology or Slavic/Greek linguistics for a breathing mark.

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Etymology

Directly from Latin spīritus, "breath, spirit" — the same root that gives English "spirit," "inspire," and "respiration."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spiritus” mean?

The word “spiritus” means the Latin word for breath or breathing, occasionally used in English discussions of etymology or Slavic/Greek linguistics for a breathing mark. In plain terms, a Latin term for "breath," mostly seen today in linguistics or in the names of certain spirits/liqueurs.

How do you use “spiritus” in a sentence?

Here is “spiritus” used in a sentence: “The spiritus asper mark in Greek indicates an initial "h" sound.”

What part of speech is “spiritus”?

“Spiritus” is a noun.

Where does the word “spiritus” come from?

The word “spiritus” comes from Latin. Directly from Latin spīritus, "breath, spirit" — the same root that gives English "spirit," "inspire," and "respiration.".

Related words

spiritus asper spiritus fumans spiritus lenis spiritus mundi spiritus rector

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