Language

Ancient Roman Language By Alexis Reape In Ancient Rome, the language that was spoken was Latin. Without Latin, we wouldn’t have many of the words we have today.  Many artifacts have been found in Italy that are from Ancient Rome and are associated with writing. People found Ancient Roman calendars. The Ancient Romans wrote with many items. They wrote with sooty ink and a waxing lyrical. Some other items that Ancient Romans wrote with include an ivory stylus, a bronze pen, wax, and a reed pen with a split nib.  The Ancient Romans first wrote on stone, Later they used papyrus, a type of paper. Ancient Romans also wrote on combs and other accessories such as that. On those items, they wrote quotes and mottos. Ns dWood and wax tablets are other things that the Romans liked to write on. Vellum, a type of paper made from animal skin was another surface that the Romans used to writing on. The Romans used these writing surfaces and instruments to write with in Latin.  Latin was many things. Latin was the writing of ancient Romans. It was the source of some of the best Latin literature that was translated into most major languages today. Their language reflected their love of speaking and persuading. It was also a highly used language. The Latin alphabet was originally from the Greeks and spread throughout Europe. Latin and Greek languages were used for international communication, government, and trade. Latin was the first language written in scribe that is still used today.  Romans did many things for literature, and writing was a very useful tool to the Romans for both communication and the arts. Tactius is one Person who painted an unforgettably dark picture of Rome. The books and documents were written in Latin, including the first novel, //Satrdyicorn,// and the most famous work of the AD 100s is the book //Metamorphism// or //The Golden Ass//. Another man was Gnaous, who was the first poet to write in Latin. Another thing is that the greatest master of Latin Prose was Ciero. Most major languages, including English and French are from Latin. Uncial was a term that came from Latin.

The Romans did many things with Latin and Roman numerals. Roman numerals are a series of letters that are strung together. A beautifully written example of Roman capitals is Trojan’s Column. One of the many amazing things from Rome that still survives today is the Titus of Rome, which is a great example of Latin. An interesting fact is that on gravestones, the Romans wrote the word Requiescat which, means rest in peace.

Romans did many things over time with literature. From Ad 14-29, Roman authors emphasized the style of expression. When Augustus Caesar took power, he took a personal interest in literarily works. The height of Latin literature was from 81 BC-AD17. Gnaesy Naevius created tradgies based on Roman history and myths. Today, there are many university gates inscribed in Latin. Many public buildings have portals inscribed with Latin. An example is the Triumphal arches. Most Romans couldn’t read or write in Latin. Today, not a lot of Roman writing remains. Rome had introduced writing to northern Europe where it’s still used. The Romans wrote in Latin and Roman numerals. The Romans wrote mottos and such in Latin.  The Roman language was a helpful tool for the Romans. It helped them live and advertise, which would mean they wouldn’t sell as much.. It helped them in so many other ways. Now you know a little more about Roman language in the time where Rome wasn’t just a city. It was an empire.

Works Cited Clairborne, Robert. //The Birth of Writing//. 1974 Time-Life Books, New York James, Simon. //Ancient Rome// Darling Kindersley Limited. New York 2004 “Latin Literature” December 1st. Omniglot [|[[http://www.omniglot.com/writing/latin.htm“Latin|http://www.omniglot.com/writing/latin.htm]]]  “Latin Literature” //World Book Student// 2008 Steele, Philip. //Step Into the Roman Empire//. Anness Publishing Company New York,: 1997

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