riposa in pace
riposa in pace is the Italian way to say rest in peace.
This phrase is used as a blessing or an expression of hope.
Meaning: blessing or expression of hope (verb)
Which one should you use?
While riposa in pace is a direct command to a single person, the subjunctive form riposino in pace is often used to express a wish for a deceased person or group. For written contexts, the abbreviation R.I.P. is frequently used, borrowed from either the Latin 'Requiescat in pace' or the English 'Rest in peace'.
How does it change in a sentence?
riposa in pace is a direct command to one person, but you can use the subjunctive form riposino in pace to express a wish for a deceased person or a group.
Did you know?
- The word pace is a cognate of the English word 'pace' in the sense of walking speed, but they come from entirely different roots.
- While 'R.I.P.' is used in Italy, it is almost exclusively understood as a Latin abbreviation rather than an English one, meaning it is treated as a classical rather than a modern acronym.
- The word pace shares an ancient root with the English word 'peace', both descending from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂ǵ- which relates to the concept of 'fixing' or 'settling' something.
Examples in context
- Riposa in pace.Rest in peace.This sentence demonstrates the use of riposa in pace.Tatoeba #692913 by jooliaan, translation #692884 by CM
- Vi offro le mie condoglianze per la perdita. Che il vostro caro riposi in pace.I offer you my condolences for your loss. May your loved one rest in peace.
- Riposa in pace, caro nonno.Rest in peace, dear grandfather.
Example conversation
Martina and Francesco are visiting a cemetery.
- MartinaÈ stato un uomo molto buono.He was a very good man.
- FrancescoSì, lo ricorderemo sempre con affetto.Yes, we will always remember him fondly.
- MartinaRiposa in pace, caro amico.Rest in peace, dear friend.
- FrancescoAddio e buon viaggio.Goodbye and have a good journey.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries in, pace, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
