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Latin phrase "Alis volat propriis"

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bard>>> here is a breakdown of the Latin phrase "Alis volat propriis":

Alis: This is the ablative plural of the noun "ala," which means "wing." It is in the ablative case because it is indicating the means by which the action is being performed (i.e., "flying").

volat: This is the third-person singular present tense indicative form of the verb "volo," which means "to fly." It is agreeing with the implied subject "ala" (i.e., "she flies").

propriis: This is the ablative plural feminine form of the adjective "proprius," which means "own." It is modifying "alis" (i.e., "with her own wings").

Therefore, the literal translation of the phrase is "she flies with her own wings." The phrase is often used to express the idea of independence and self-reliance. It is also the motto of the U.S. state of Oregon.
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