S, s
Sounds Like: ESS
Translations: S (letter of the alphabet), abbreviation for various words
From the root: S
Part of Speech: Letter
Explanation: The letter 'S' is the nineteenth letter of the Latin alphabet. In ancient Latin texts, it primarily functions as a letter. However, it is very commonly used as an abbreviation for various words, especially in inscriptions, manuscripts, and legal documents. For example, 'S.' could stand for 'Senatus' (Senate), 'Salus' (safety/health), 'Sacrum' (sacred), or 'Sextus' (a Roman praenomen). Its meaning as an abbreviation is highly dependent on context.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- Judith — 12:9
From the same root
No other words from the same root, S, appear in our texts.
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