Griega (en. Greek)
/ɡɾjeɣa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Adjective that describes something belonging to Greece.
Greek architecture is famous for its beauty and symmetry.
La arquitectura griega es famosa por su belleza y simetría.
Style or characteristic of classical Greek culture.
Greek artworks have influenced many later cultures.
Las obras de arte griegas han influido en muchas culturas posteriores.
Refers to the Greek language.
She studied Greek at university to better understand ancient texts.
Estudió griega en la universidad para comprender mejor los textos antiguos.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'Graecus', which means 'Greek'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ancient Greece
It refers to classical Greece known for its history and culture.
grecia antigua
Greek art
The artistic style originated in ancient Greece.
arte griego
Greek philosophy
Refers to the philosophical currents that emerged in Greece.
filosofía griega
Related Words
Greek
Relative to Greece, specifically to the language or to the people.
griego
Hellenic
Denotes people or things related to Greece.
helena
Slang Meanings
Term used to refer to something complicated or tangled, alluding to the complexity of the Greek language.
That topic is so Greek, I don't understand it.
Ese tema es tan griego, no lo entiendo.