Paulus
[ˈpau̯.ɫʊs]masculine
The English name Paul is translated into Latin as Paulus.
Paulus is a masculine given name used to identify a male individual.
Meaning: male given name (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The genitive singular form Pauli is used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'of Paul'. When the name is the direct object of a verb, use the accusative form Paulum.
Did you know?
- There is a morphological connection between Paulus and the Latin word for 'young animal', which is pullus.
Examples in context
- Paulus Romae natus est.Paul was born in Rome.This sentence is useful for stating where Paulus was born.Tatoeba #5037624 by alexmarcelo, translation #844478 by Zifre
- Paulus cum patre rediit.Paul went back with his father.This sentence is useful for describing Paulus returning with his father.Tatoeba #813138 by rado, translation #7805918 by CarpeLanam
- Paulus robustior est Marco.Paul is more vigorous than Marc.This sentence is useful for comparing the vigor of Paulus to Marc.Tatoeba #748421 by rado, translation #790096 by bephana
- Paulus est nomen meum.Paul is my name.
- Salvē, Paule! Quid agis?Hello, Paul! How are you?
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Example conversation
Two friends meet in a street in Rome.
- LuciusUbi est Paulus?Where is Paulus?
- JuliaPaulus in horto est.Paulus is in the garden.
- LuciusEstne Paulus laetus?Is Paulus happy?
- JuliaIta, Paulus laetus est.Yes, Paulus is happy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “paul” translations and entries Paulus, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Paulus, paulus, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
