ut
[ˈʊt]
The English phrase 'as' is translated into Latin using the preposition ut.
Ut functions as a conjunction that can be translated as 'as', 'just as', 'in the same way as' or 'in accordance with'.
Meaning: In the role of (prep)
Which one should you use?
While ut is used to express meaning such as 'in the same way as' or 'in accordance with', the term quasi can be employed in Latin to express 'as' when indicating a resemblance or a similarity.
Related words
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not confuse the preposition ut with the Latin noun as, which refers to a Roman unit of weight or a bronze coin.
Did you know?
- In ancient Latin, the word ut was often used in sentences to express a wish or a command, known as the jussive or optative use.
Examples in context
- Age ut vis. Non curo.Do as you please. It makes no difference to me.This sentence shows how to use ut to express doing something in a certain way.Tatoeba #10091770 by soridsolid, translation #2890190 by sharptoothed
- Ut dixisti, ita fecit.He did as you said.This sentence demonstrates the use of ut to indicate acting in accordance with what was said.Tatoeba #5135572 by alexmarcelo, translation #6002071 by CarpeLanam
- Non egisti ut oportuit.You did not act as you ought.This sentence illustrates using ut to describe acting in a way that is required.Tatoeba #5146175 by alexmarcelo, translation #5798762 by CarpeLanam
- Quasi rex, regem laudat.As if a king, he praises the king.
- Non sum tantus sicut eram.I am not as great as I was.
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Example conversation
Claudia and Lucius are discussing their roles in a play.
- ClaudiaQuo modo regem in fabula agis?How are you acting as the king in the play?
- LuciusAgo cum magna cura, Claudia.I am acting with great care, Claudia.
- ClaudiaEgo reginam agam.I will act as the queen.
- LuciusTunc erit optima res.Then it will be a great thing.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry ut, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ut, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
