salus
[ˈsa.ɫuːs]
Wellness in Latin is salus.
The term salus refers to the quality or state of being in good health. It is a broad concept that encompasses physical health, safety, preservation and salvation.
Meaning: The quality or state of being in good health. (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word salus literally means health, safety, salvation or well-being.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun salus changes its form depending on its role in a sentence. Use salutis to express 'of wellness' or 'of health'. Use saluti to express 'to' or 'for wellness'. To refer to multiple instances of wellness, the accusative plural form is salutes.
Did you know?
- In ancient Rome, salus was personified as a goddess, 'Salus', who represented the well-being and safety of the state and its people.
- The word 'salute' in English, often used as a greeting, shares a conceptual lineage with the Latin salus through the idea of wishing someone health.
- The concept of 'wellness' in salus is etymologically linked to being 'whole' or 'complete'.
Examples in context
- Quaerere valetudinem est in natura hominum.Seeking wellness is in human nature.
- Valetudo corporis magis quam divitiarum estimanda est.Wellness of the body should be valued more than riches.
- Salus est pretiosissima.Wellness is most precious.
Example conversation
Gaius and Julia are discussing their health.
- GaiusUt vales, Julia?How are you doing, Julia?
- JuliaBene valeo, Gai.I am doing well, Gaius.
- GaiusSalus tua me laetit.Your wellness makes me happy.
- JuliaGratias tibi ago.Thank you.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry salus, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries salus, CC BY-SA 4.0.
