genus
neuter
For a breed of animals, Latin uses genus, "kind, race". stirps, "stock, lineage", is also possible.
Meaning: all animals or plants of the same species or subspecies (noun)
Ways to say it
| Latin | Note |
|---|---|
| genus | neuter |
| stirps |
optimī generis means "of the best breed". Roman writers on farming use genus for breeds of horses, dogs and cattle.
Which one should you use?
parere is a verb meaning "to give birth". It is not a noun for a breed.
How do you pronounce it?
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Did you know?
- Biology still uses genus for a group of related species, the level just above species in the naming of living things.
Examples in context
- Hic canis optimī generis est.This dog is of the best breed.
- Equī huius generis celerēs sunt.Horses of this breed are fast.
