Exploring Latin Family Vocabulary

Front

What is the Latin word for 'father'?

Back

Pater

Front

In a Roman family, who was the 'paterfamilias'?

Back

The head of the household

Front

What is the Latin word for 'mother'?

Back

Mater

Front

What role did the 'matrona' play in a Roman family?

Back

She was the mother and managed the household.

Front

What is the Latin word for 'brother'?

Back

Frater

Front

In Roman society, what was the role of a 'filia'?

Back

The daughter

Front

What is the Latin word for 'sister'?

Back

Soror

Front

Which of the following is an everyday Latin word for 'house'?
Options: Domus, Aqua, Arbor, Canis

Back

Domus

Front

What is the Latin word for 'water'?

Back

Aqua

Front

In a Roman family, who was responsible for teaching the children?

Back

The tutor