Tempus is a Latin word meaning "timing" or "opportunity."
Latin, a dead language from biblical times, has left a strong legacy both on its own and as a parent to many European languages, such as Spanish, French, Portuguese and Italian.
Latin Translation
The word "tempus" is Latin for "opportunity" or "timing," and is now reflected in other languages, such as the Spanish "tiempo," French "temps" or Portuguese and Italian "tempo."
EU's TEMPUS Program
TEMPUS, or the Trans-European Mobility Programme for University Studies, is a program that allows university students and higher-education professionals to take part in projects at other universities in other European and member countries.
Charitable Organization in Canada
Tempus International is a Toronto, Canada-based student volunteer-driven organization that promotes literacy and education through various programs and opportunities.
Superman Villain
Tempus was also the name of a villain who traveled back from the future in the TV series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman."
