credo
The English word 'credo' is translated into Latin as credo.
In English, 'credo' is often used as a noun to describe a belief system. However, in Latin, credo is a verb used to express the action of believing or trusting.
Meaning: belief system (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The form credo is composed of the verb stem cred-, meaning 'to believe' or 'to trust' and the first-person singular present indicative active ending -o.
How does it change in a sentence?
While it may look like a noun in English, in Latin credo is a first-person singular verb meaning 'I believe'.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Avoid using credo as a noun to mean 'a belief system' when speaking Latin. Instead, treat it as a verb meaning 'I believe'.
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Examples in context
- Credo in Deum.I believe in God.
- Credo Ecclesiam Catholicam.I believe in the Catholic Church.
- Credo etiam si contrarium.I believe even if the opposite is true.
Example conversation
Quintus and Claudia discuss their philosophy of life.
- QuintusQuid est tuum credo, Claudia?What is your belief system, Claudia?
- ClaudiaMeum credo est simplex et liberum.My belief system is simple and free.
- QuintusId est pulchrum.That is beautiful.
- ClaudiaEt tuum credo, Quinte?And your belief system, Quintus?
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries credo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
