Απόλλωνας
Lemma: Απόλλωνας
Translation: Apollo (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek Ἀπόλλων (Apóllōn), the name of the Greek god of music, prophecy, healing, and archery. The etymology of the name itself is debated, with theories connecting it to the Greek verb ἀπόλλυμι (apóllymi) meaning 'to destroy', or to pre-Greek origins. The modern Greek form Απόλλωνας adds the masculine nominative ending -ας to the ancient stem.
Example Usage
Ο ναός του Απόλλωνα στους Δελφούς είναι ένα από τα πιο σημαντικά αρχαία μνημεία της Ελλάδας.
The temple of Apollo at Delphi is one of the most important ancient monuments in Greece.
Στην αρχαία ελληνική μυθολογία, ο Απόλλωνας ήταν ο θεός της μουσικής και της ποίησης.
In ancient Greek mythology, Apollo was the god of music and poetry.
Ο Απόλλωνας ήταν ο θεός της μουσικής και της ποίησης.
Apollo was the god of music and poetry.
Η ομάδα Απόλλων Σμύρνης ιδρύθηκε το 1891.
The Apollon Smyrnis team was founded in 1891.
Το άγαλμα του Απόλλωνα βρίσκεται στο κέντρο της πλατείας.
The statue of Apollo is located in the center of the square.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'Apollo' in English, which is nearly identical to the Greek pronunciation.
- Associate with Apollo space missions to remember the spelling and pronunciation.
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Cultural Context
Apollo is one of the most important deities in Greek mythology and remains culturally significant in modern Greece. Many cultural institutions, sports clubs, and businesses bear his name. The Temple of Apollo at Delphi was one of the most important religious sites in ancient Greece and remains a major archaeological site and tourist destination today.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: Απόλλων is the Ancient Greek form, while Απόλλωνας is the Modern Greek form. Both refer to the same deity, but Απόλλων is used in more formal or academic contexts, or when referring specifically to the ancient god in historical contexts.
Confused word:
Ο Απόλλων απεικονίζεται συχνά με τη λύρα του στην αρχαία ελληνική τέχνη.
Apollo is often depicted with his lyre in ancient Greek art.
Notes: Many sports clubs and organizations in Greece use the ancient form 'Απόλλων' in their names.
Mnemonic: Απόλλωνας (with -ας) is for modern, everyday use; Απόλλων (without -ας) is for ancient contexts.