greek

• Относящийся к Греции, её народу или языку; также используется для описания чего-то незнакомого или трудного для понимания (например, «Это для меня китайская грамота»).

Relating to Greece, its people, or its language; also used to describe something that is unfamiliar or difficult to understand (e.g., 'It's all Greek to me').

1. Relating to GreeceA2formal

   Of or relating to the country of Greece, its people, or its culture.

   Греческий

   • She loves Greek mythology and its ancient stories.
   • The Greek islands are famous for their beautiful beaches.
   • He studied Greek history at university.

   Синонимыgrecian

2. A2formal

   Of or relating to the Greek language, both ancient and modern.

   Греческий

   • The word 'democracy' comes from Greek roots.
   • She is learning to read Greek texts.
   • Many scientific terms are derived from Greek.

   Синонимыgrecian

3. Characteristic of Greek peopleA2formal

   Typical of or associated with the people of Greece.

   Характерный для греческого народа

   • Greek hospitality is known worldwide.
   • The Greek community celebrated their national holiday.
   • He has a Greek accent when speaking English.

   Синонимыgrecian

• Существительное, обозначающее эллинскую ветвь индоевропейской языковой семьи, или уроженца или жителя Греции.

A noun referring to the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European language family, or a native or inhabitant of Greece.

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1. A1formal

   The Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages, spoken primarily in Greece and Cyprus.

   Греческий язык

   • She is learning Greek at university.
   • The ancient texts were written in Greek.
   • He speaks fluent Greek.

2. PersonA1formal

   A native or inhabitant of Greece.

   Грек

   • My neighbor is a Greek from Athens.
   • The Greeks invented democracy.
   • He married a Greek woman.

   Синонимыgrecian