plorare

Plorare is a verb found in Italian and Latin. In Italian, it means to weep, to lament, or to bewail a misfortune; it is more formal and literary than the common piangere, and it is often used with a direct object, as in mourning a loss or a tragedy. In Latin, plorare denotes to bewail, lament, or cry out, and occurs in poetic and religious contexts to express sorrow, suffering, or indignation.

The word derives from Latin plorare and has cognates in Romance languages, reflecting a shared heritage. In Italian, plorare today appears mainly in historical, ecclesiastical, or literary texts, and can convey a solemn or ceremonial tone.

In usage, plorare conveys emotional depth and ceremonial mourning. Related terms include piangere (to cry, to weep) and lamentare (to lament). While piangere is common in everyday speech, plorare tends to carry a stronger sense of lamentation or solemn mourning and is typically used in more formal registers.