motto

noun (a motto, mottos or mottoes)

«motto» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A motto is a short sentence or phrase that sums up the beliefs or aims of a person, school, family or country. tree →

In the lessons

In school: the school motto is often on the badge, sometimes in Latin. In history: family mottos on coats of arms. In everyday life: «My motto is: always be kind.»

Examples

Our school motto is «Learn, Grow, Shine». tree →
The Scouts' motto is «Be Prepared». tree →
Many school mottos are in Latin. tree →
My grandad's motto is «Never give up». tree →
The family motto was written under the coat of arms. tree →
Let's choose a motto for our team. tree →
Seven at one blow is my motto," said the Tailor. tree →

Note

Plural: mottos or mottoes (both correct). Similar: slogan (often for adverts), maxim (wise saying).

On Mova

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