Genitive Of Characteristic Flashcards
1
Q
Explain genitive of characteristic
A
Used where in English the characteristic, nature or duty of something is expressed or implied. Use 3rd person sing of sum + Gen.
2
Q
It is (the duty) of a guard to look after the gates
A
Est custodis curare portas
3
Q
It is (the nature ) of a pious man to worship the gods
A
Est viri pii deos colere
4
Q
It is (characteristic) of a human being to err
A
Hominis est errare
5
Q
It is (a duty) of a general to overcome the enemy
A
Est imperatoris superare hostes
