Pater noster
[ˈpa.tɛr ˈnɔs.tɛr]word by word
The English phrase "our father" is translated into Latin as Pater noster.
Pater noster is the name used to refer to the Lord's Prayer.
Meaning: Lord's Prayer (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the noun pater (father) and the possessive adjective noster (our).
How does it change in a sentence?
The form changes depending on its role in a sentence. If our father is the direct object, use the accusative Patrem nostrum. If it is the indirect object (meaning "to/for our father"), use the dative Patri nostro.
Did you know?
- In some early Christian contexts, the Pater noster was treated as a secret prayer and was not shared with non-believers.
- In the Middle Ages, Pater noster became a name for a specific type of prayer bead or a full cycle of prayers used by those who could not read.
- The Latin word pater shares an ancient root with the name Iuppiter, which was originally Diēspiter or 'Father Jove'.
Examples in context
- Hic est pater noster.This is our father.This sentence shows how to use Pater noster as a subject.Tatoeba #1558331 by Hans07, translation #11145450 by CarpeLanam
- Ille pater noster est.That is our father.Tatoeba #1980919 by alexmarcelo, translation #1979615 by AryKiss
- Pater noster pecuniam videt.Our father sees the money.Tatoeba #1915742 by alexmarcelo, translation #7998211 by dmaddock
- Panem nostrum cotidianum da nobis hodieGive us this day our daily bread
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Example conversation
Aurelia and Gaius are discussing their daily prayers.
- AureliaVisne recitare Pater noster?Do you want to recite the Lord's Prayer?
- GaiusIta, libenter recito.Yes, I would gladly recite it.
- AureliaTunc incipiam ego.Then I will begin.
- GaiusBene, exspecto te, Aurelia.Good, I am waiting for you, Aurelia.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (pater, noster) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Pater noster, noster, pater, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
