coraticum (Latin)

Where does "coraticum" come from?

The Latin noun 'coraticum' combines 'corem,' the accusative form of 'cor' meaning 'heart,' with the suffix '-āticum,' which forms nouns related to the root word. Originally, it referred directly to the heart or guts, symbolizing the physical organ. Over time, the word took on a metaphorical meaning, coming to signify courage or bravery, reflecting the cultural association between the heart and inner strength.

Full etymology tree

• *coraticum (Latin), 'heart, guts'
  • compound of corem (Latin), 'accusative singular of coris'
  • suffix -aticum (Latin), 'Used to form nouns indicating pertinence to the root verb or noun.'
    • derived from -āticus (Latin), 'Used to form adjectives indicating a relation to the root noun or actions related to it.'

Ancestors

• corem (Latin)
• -aticum (Latin)

Descendants and derived words

• coratge (Catalan)
• corâjo (Franco-Provençal)
• coratge (Occitan)
• corage (Old French)

Updated February 2026

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