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  • Classical Greek also had this tonal contonation, yet modern Classicists do not speak Classical Greek using it, despite it being authentic and correct.

    "Let them learn Latin" 2006

  • The academic arguments supporting the tonal contonation in Latin are contained in links from the site's FAQ.

    "Let them learn Latin" 2006

  • Latinum is recorded using the Restored Classical Pronunciation, using the tonal contonation that is attested in the Latin Grammarians.

    "Let them learn Latin" 2006

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