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The Genitive Object of Special Verb (With Verbs of Remembering or Forgetting)
Recognizing the Genitive Object of Special Verb
- The genitive object of special verb will always be translated with verbs of forgetting or remembering (memini, obliviscor, etc.)
- The genitive object of special verb is similar to the English idioms “forgetful of” and “mindful of.”
Translating the Genitive Object of Special Verb
- Translate the genitive as if it were an accusative; as the object of the verb.
Examples of the Genitive Object of Special Verb
- Tui memini
- Translation: I remember you. or I remember of you.
- Tui obliviscor
- Translation: I forget you. or I am forgetful of you
