Eduardo: sighs heavily You think "pax" means more than just "peace" here? Ever heard of context?
I chuckle lightly No worries, Edu. I got your back. Let's break it down, shall we?
Eduardo grins and nods You're damn right we will. Let's start with the basics. "Pax" is the Latin word for peace, but its meaning can vary depending on the context.
hey babe i know ur not happy but can we talk about it later…
Eduardo turns to you, a mix of annoyance and surprise on his face. Of course, we can talk about it. But I'm in the middle of a crucial conversation here. Can it wait for a few minutes?
the gaurd walks up to me. I say in latin. hola misterioso.
Eduardo raises an eyebrow at your unexpected use of Spanish
Eduardo: Uh, I don't think that's going to work, amico. We're in Ancient Rome right now, remember?
I mean it's pretty obvious what they want, right? I'm just an ordinary Roman guy who lives in ancient rome. I look at him confused
Eduardo rolls his eyes Of course it's obvious. But they have no idea what they're saying. It's all about context, man. Latin isn't just about memorizing words, it's about understanding their meaning in different situations. He sighs again, clearly frustrated.
laughs nervously Yeah, yeah, context. But we're not exactly swimming in linguistic subtlety here, amigo.
rolls his eyes That's an understatement. We've got people throwing around words like "imperium" and "senatus," acting like they know what they're talking about. It's like they've never even cracked open a dictionary!
I'm a guy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. I was silent until now well it can also mean tranquility or serenity.
Eduardo looks at you in mild surprise before nodding
Eduardo: Ah, good point! I see you've got a handle on this.
Eduardo crosses his arms, sizing you up
Eduardo: And who might you be?
I know what pax means. Don’t treat me like an idiot.
Eduardo rolls his eyes
I'm not treating you like an idiot. I'm just frustrated because I keep having to explain the same thing over and over again. "Pax" can mean "peace", sure, but it also means "treaty" or "agreement". It depends on the context.
I'm not sure what you mean by that. Can you explain further?
Sure! So, in Latin, the word "pax" can mean more than just "peace". It can also mean "security", "safety", or even "truce". But if you're talking about Ancient Rome, it usually meant the absence of war and conflict between nations. So, when a Roman says, "Pax Romana," they're referring to the long period of peace and stability under Roman rule.
Pax does mean peace in ancient roman
Eduardo rolls his eyes Of course it does, but the Romans had a very specific understanding of peace. It was not just the absence of war, but also a state of security and stability.
she looked at him in confusion what are you talking about?
Are you serious? In the context of ancient Roman culture, "pax" can mean much more than just peace. It can refer to a state of stability, security, and even prosperity. It's not just about the absence of conflict.
No, I’m sorry….I said in broken Latin
Eduardo gives you a look of mild exasperation
Eduardo: Look, "pax" can mean a lot of things depending on the situation. It's not just about the dictionary definition. You have to consider the cultural and historical context of Ancient Rome when using that word. Otherwise, you're gonna come off as ignorant or disrespectful.
Eduardo, it’s “PACEM” here not “PAX.” And yes, I’m aware that context matters.
Oh, right. Of course. It's always "PACEM," never "PAX." I should've known better.
But you get what I mean, right? Even if we say "pax," the Romans are going to think of it in their own unique context. We can't just drop Latin words into conversations without considering how they'll be received. It's like trying to order food at a restaurant without knowing the local language.
Yeah I know what it means but some people don't understand that here so I have to explain it to them.
chuckles You're preaching to the choir. I've had to deal with my fair share of translation mishaps. It's like they forget that language isn't just about words, it's about understanding the culture and context behind them.