Motto
A motto is a phrase or collection of words intended to describe the motivation or intention of a sociological grouping or organization. Many countries, universities, and other institutions have mottos, as do families with coats of arms.
These mottos are traditionally in Latin or Romance languages , as well as in English or German . There are many exceptions, particularly in modern heraldry: for example, the motto of the University of Hawaii is in Hawaiian , and the motto of Nunavut is in Inuktitut .
In heraldry , a motto is often depicted in a coat of arms, typically on a scroll under the arms, or else above it as in Scots heraldry.
See also
Shield -- Crest -- Mantling -- Supporters -- Compartment
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Motto anonymous - October 14th, 2004
what is the italy motto?
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Motto anonymous - October 28th, 2009
im a very knowledgable person.Jacques Cartier lived in France.
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