Героям слава
Heroiam slava
The English phrase "glory to heroes" is translated into Ukrainian as Героям слава (Heroiam slava).
This phrase is used as a patriotic salute to honor fallen soldiers or those fighting for the nation's sovereignty.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the dative plural noun Героям (to the heroes) and the nominative noun слава (glory).
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Героям is the dative plural form of Герой (hero), which indicates the recipient of the glory.
How do you pronounce it?
Heroiam slava
Did you know?
- Героям слава is the second half of a call-and-response greeting. It is the standard reply to the phrase Слава Україні, which means 'Glory to Ukraine'.
- The phrase was originally a political slogan used by the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists in the 1930s. It served as a rallying cry for those fighting for independence during a period of intense geopolitical struggle.
- In Ukrainian culture, this phrase is often accompanied by a gesture where the speaker raises their right hand in a salute or places it over their heart.
Examples in context
- Слава нашим героям!Glory to our heroes!
- Слава героям, що боролися за нашу свободу!Glory to the heroes who fought for our freedom!
- Слава українським героям!Glory to Ukrainian heroes!
- Ми кажемо: Героям слава.My kazhemo: Heroyam slava.We say: Glory to heroes.
Example conversation
Maria and Andriy are attending a patriotic memorial event.
- Марія MariiaСлава Україні!Slava Ukraini!Glory to Ukraine!
- Андрій AndriiГероям слава!Heroiam slava!Glory to the heroes!
- Марія MariiaВони назавжди в нашій пам'яті.Vony nazavzhdy v nashii pam'iati.They are forever in our memory.
- Андрій AndriiТак, ми ніколи не забудемо.Tak, my nikoly ne zabudemo.Yes, we will never forget.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries героям слава, слава, CC BY-SA 4.0.
