However, with some exceptions (for example, versus or modus operandi), most of the Latin referent words and phrases are perceived as foreign to English. In a few cases, English referents have replaced the original Latin ones (e.g., "rest in peace" for RIP and "postscript" for PS).
Although some exceptions exist (like "versus" or "modus operandi"), most Latin words and phrases are considered foreign to English speakers. In a few cases, English terms have replaced the original Latin ones (e.g., "rest in peace" for RIP and "postscript" for PS).