Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salvete
Interjection
sahl-WAY-tay
Definition
A Latin term used as a greeting, meaning ‘hello’ or ‘greetings’.
Examples
- Salvete, amici! (Hello, friends!)
- In the classroom, the teacher said, ‘Salvete, students!’ as they entered.
- During the Roman ceremony, participants exchanged ‘salvete’ to greet each other.
Meaning
Used primarily in classical contexts, often addressed to multiple people.
Synonyms
- Salute
- Greetings
- Welcome
