VIS, vis
Sounds Like: WEES
Translations: force, power, strength, violence, a force, a power, a strength, a violence, you wish, you want
From the root: VIS
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Explanation: This word has two primary meanings depending on its grammatical function. As a noun, 'vis' refers to force, power, strength, or violence. It is an irregular noun, often used in the singular for 'force' and in the plural ('vires') for 'strength' or 'military forces'. As a verb, 'vis' is the second person singular present active indicative form of 'volo', meaning 'you wish' or 'you want'. The context of the sentence will determine which meaning is intended.
Inflection: Noun: Singular, Nominative or Accusative; Verb: Second Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Instances
The Shepherd of Hermas — Parables
- Parable 9 — 32:3
From the same root
No other words from the same root, VIS, appear in our texts.
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