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όπως — meaning in English: such as
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such as
μόνιμα
mónima
όπως
opos
παρεμβαίνω
paremváinō
σαφής
safis
Δεκαέξι
Dekaexi
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neutral
common
Usage
Native Greek speakers often use the word όπως in everyday conversations when providing examples or clarifications. For instance, you might hear it in a discussion about Greek cuisine, where someone might say, 'I enjoy traditional dishes, όπως moussaka and souvlaki,' to specify the types of food they like.
Synonyms & nuances
A close synonym is 'όπως και' (opos ke), which also means 'such as.' However, όπως is more commonly used when introducing a single example, while όπως και can indicate a broader range or additional examples. Choosing between them can depend on the specificity or generality you wish to convey.
Culture
The word όπως has its roots in Ancient Greek, where it was used in similar contexts to indicate similarity or examples. This word reflects the Greek culture's emphasis on culinary diversity and the importance of sharing knowledge through examples, especially in the context of food and tradition.
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