ludus
The English word 'game' is translated into Latin as ludus.
ludus refers to an activity described by a set of rules, especially for the purpose of entertainment. Beyond this meaning, the word can also refer to a school or a place of training/instruction.
Meaning: activity described by a set of rules, especially for the purpose of entertainment (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of ludus is ludi. When the game is the direct object of a verb, use the form ludum.
Did you know?
- The word ludus was used to describe the specialized training schools for gladiators, where fighting was viewed as a professional 'game'.
- The term ludi scaenici specifically referred to the 'stage games', which are what we would call plays or drama today.
- The concept of ludus extended to any activity done for pleasure, meaning it could describe a flirtation or a deceptive trick.
Examples in context
- Hic ludus ultimus est.This is the last game.This sentence demonstrates how to use ludus to identify a specific game.Tatoeba #1490319 by alexmarcelo, translation #241956 by CK
- Hic ludus mihi placebat.I liked this game.This sentence shows how to express a personal preference for a ludus.Tatoeba #2134047 by alexmarcelo, translation #5773918 by CarpeLanam
- Latrunculorum ludus facilis non est.Chess is not an easy game.This sentence uses ludus in the context of a specific type of game.Tatoeba #11878579 by carlosalberto, translation #11878567 by carlosalberto
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Example conversation
Quintus and Julia are deciding what to do for fun.
- QuintusPlacetne tibi hic ludus?Do you like this game?
- JuliaIta, sed ludus difficilis videtur.Yes, but the game seems difficult.
- QuintusNon timeas, ludus facile discitur.Do not fear, the game is learned easily.
- JuliaBene, incipiamus hunc ludum nunc.Fine, let us begin this game now.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
