How to Say “Reading” in Latin

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lectiō
feminine
The English phrase "reading" translates to the Latin lectiō.
lectiō refers to the process of interpreting written language.
Meaning: process of interpreting written language (noun)

Did you know?

  • The root of lectiō comes from legere, which originally meant 'to gather' or 'to collect', suggesting that reading is the act of gathering words together.
  • In early Christian Latin, a lectiō divina was a slow, meditative form of reading designed for spiritual growth rather than for gaining information.
  • The word lectiō can also mean a lesson read aloud to students.

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Example conversation

Gaius and Claudia are talking about their studies.

  1. Gaius

    Claudia, visne ad lectiōnem venire?
    Claudia, do you want to come to the reading?
  2. Claudia

    Ita, Gai. Quid legimus hodie?
    Yes, Gaius. What are we reading today?
  3. Gaius

    Lectiō poetarum nos exspectat.
    The reading of the poets awaits us.
  4. Claudia

    Id optimum est!
    That is the best!

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