βέβαια
Lemma: βέβαια
Translation: certainly; of course; surely; obviously (adverb)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek βέβαιος (bébaios, 'firm, steady, sure')
Mnemonics
- Think of being 'very' sure about something
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Antonyms
Cultural Context
Very frequently used in everyday conversation, often as a response or for emphasis
Easily Confused With
Explanation: βέβαια is the adverb, while βέβαιος is the adjective
This word:
Βέβαια θα το κάνω.
Of course I'll do it.
Confused word:
Είμαι βέβαιος γι' αυτό.
I am certain about this.
Notes: βέβαια can also function as an interjection
Mnemonic: βέβαια ends in -α like many Greek adverbs