semper
[ˈsɛm.pɛr]
The Latin word for always is semper.
semper is an adverb used to describe actions or states that occur at all times.
Meaning: at all times (adv)
Did you know?
- If you want to say 'once', you would use the Latin word semel, which shares the same root as semper.
- The word semper is the root of the famous motto Semper Fidelis, used by the United States Marine Corps to mean 'always faithful'.
- In Latin, the word semper is often used in the phrase semper idem, meaning 'always the same', to describe a person of unwavering character.
Examples in context
- Spero ut pacem semper habeant.I hope that they always have peace.This sentence shows how to use semper to express a hope for a continuous state of peace.
- Semper ei fisa sum.I have always trusted her.This sentence demonstrates the use of semper with a verb to indicate a continuous state of trust.Tatoeba #5049179 by alexmarcelo, translation #1633579 by Amastan
- Semper ei fisus sum.I've always trusted him.This sentence illustrates how semper functions within a perfect tense construction to show a continuous action up to the present.Tatoeba #5049178 by alexmarcelo, translation #3905020 by CH
- Semper amicusAlways a friend
- Vox perpetuo auditaA voice always heard
- Memoria in perpetuumMemory forever
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Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a loyal pet.
- AureliaCanis tuus semper te sequitur.Your dog always follows you.
- LuciusIta est, amicus meus est.That is true, he is my friend.
- AureliaSemper est paratus ad ludendum.He is always ready to play.
- LuciusVerum dicis, Aurelia.You speak the truth, Aurelia.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “always” translations and entries semper, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries semper, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Wiktionary CC BY-SA 4.0, Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
