urbi et orbi
Latin
Pronunciation
- (Classical Latin) IPA(key): /ˈur.biː et ˈor.biː/, [ˈʊrbiː ɛt̪ ˈɔrbiː]
- (modern Italianate Ecclesiastical) IPA(key): /ˈur.bi et ˈor.bi/, [ˈurbi ɛt̪ ˈɔrbi]
Phrase
Usage notes
- A standard opening of ancient Roman proclamations; also a traditional Easter blessing by the Pope.