How to Say “Lord” in Latin

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Dominus
[ˈdɔ.mɪ.nʊs]masculine
The English word "lord" is translated into Latin as Dominus.
In a religious context, Dominus is used as a title for God or Jesus Christ.
Meaning: God (name)

Which one should you use?

While Dominus is the standard masculine form, domina is an alternative form used for a female lord. When referring to multiple lords, the plural form domini is used.

Related words

Aristocrat (noun): dominus.

Master of a household (noun): dominus.

How does it change in a sentence?

As a masculine noun, Dominus changes form based on its role in a sentence. The accusative singular Dominum is used when the Lord is the direct object of a verb. The dative singular Domino is used to express 'to the Lord' or 'for the Lord'. The genitive singular 'Domini' is used to express 'of the Lord'.

Did you know?

  • In Roman society, Dominus was not just a religious title but a legal term for the owner of a household and the master of enslaved people.
  • The Latin root behind Dominus is shared with the English word 'domain', referring to the territory controlled by a master.
  • The word Dominus is an example of a 'title' that evolved into a proper name in Latin religious texts to avoid using the forbidden name of God.

Examples in context

  • Quos amat Dominus castigat.
    The Lord chastens those whom he loves.
    This sentence shows the Lord's relationship to those he loves using Dominus.
    Tatoeba #5999359 by sicerabibax, translation #6329269 by CarpeLanam
  • Dominus dedit et Dominus abstulit.
    The Lord gave and the Lord has taken.
    This sentence uses Dominus to describe giving and taking.
    Tatoeba #9101877 by shekitten, translation #9101854 by shekitten
  • Dominus regnabit in æternum et ultra!
    The Lord shall reign for ever and ever.
    This sentence uses Dominus to describe the Lord's eternal reign.
    Tatoeba #8054012 by carlosalberto, translation #8054019 by carlosalberto
  • Salve, domine!
    Welcome, my lord!
  • Avē, domine!
    Hail, Lord!
  • 249 more sentences on Tatoeba

Example conversation

Lucia and Quintus are praying in a quiet temple.

  1. Lucia

    Dominus te salvum faciat.
    May the Lord preserve you.
  2. Quintus

    Gratias Deo ago.
    I give thanks to God.
  3. Lucia

    Dominus nos diligit.
    The Lord loves us.
  4. Quintus

    Ita vero.
    Yes, truly.

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