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Questions & Answers about Discipulus caelum spectat.
Why does Discipulus end in -us?
In Latin, nouns have different endings to indicate their grammatical function. The -us ending typically indicates that Discipulus is a masculine noun in the nominative case (meaning it’s the subject of the sentence).
Is Discipulus singular or plural?
Discipulus is in the singular form, so it refers to one student rather than multiple students (which would be Discipuli in the nominative plural).
What function does caelum have in this sentence?
Caelum is a neuter noun in the accusative case, so it is the direct object of the verb spectat (he/she/it looks at).
Why does spectat end in -t?
The -t ending is a hallmark of the third-person singular present active indicative in Latin. It indicates that the subject is he, she, or it, which in this sentence refers back to Discipulus.