Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dum-spiro-spero
Phrase
/dum ˈspiːro ˈspɛroʊ/
Definition
A Latin phrase meaning ‘while I breathe, I hope.’
Examples
- “Her motto is dum-spiro-spero, and she believes that no matter how difficult things may seem, there is always a glimmer of hope.”
- “The phrase dum-spiro-spero is often used to inspire others to keep fighting through tough times.”
Meaning
This expression conveys the idea that as long as one is alive and breathing, there is still hope for the future.
Synonyms
- “While there’s life, there’s hope”
- “Hope springs eternal”
