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beātae memoriae

[beˈaː.tae̯ mɛˈmɔ.ri.ae̯]

phrase

LanguageLatin

Meaning
  1. of blessed memory
  2. A respectful phrase used to refer to someone who has passed away. It implies the person was a good or holy individual.
Examples

Ille vir beatae memoriae semper in corde nostro vivit.

That man of blessed memory always lives in our hearts.

Pronunciationbeˈaː.tae̯ mɛˈmɔ.ri.ae̯

Part of speechphrase

Usage noteCommonly used in formal, ecclesiastical, or funerary contexts.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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