Four Essential Latin Verbs

A Bite-Size Visual Approach to Vocabulary Learning Not all of us can dedicate several hours a week to studying Latin. But all of us can spare five minutes to learn four or five new words a day. It is in that spirit that I offer this simple poster featuring four basic yet very common verbs: cantāre, plōrāre, rīdēre, and pulsāre. As always, […]

Common Logical Fallacies Explained in Latin

When we find ourselves in the middle of a heated discussion, it is not uncommon for our opponent to resort to manipulation or faulty reasoning if they feel cornered by our arguments. Wouldn’t it be extremely useful, then, to be able to detect these moves immediately and, with a simple and precise expression, dismantle these […]

Latin and the Language of Reasoning

When we talk about logic and argumentation, we often use Latin without noticing. Expressions like ergō, ā priori, or prima facie appear in philosophy, law, academic writing, and even everyday discussion. They sound familiar—almost naturally woven into modern English—yet for many people their precise meaning remains unclear, dulled by habit and casual use. When used […]