πριγκίπισσα
Lemma: πριγκίπισσα
Translation: princess (noun)
Etymology: From Italian principessa, from Latin princeps ('first, chief') + feminine suffix. Related to English 'prince' and 'princess'
Mnemonics
- Sounds similar to English 'princess'
- Think: 'prin-KEE-pee-sa'
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Cultural Context
Common in fairy tales and when referring to members of royal families. Also used figuratively to describe someone who is pampered or treated like royalty.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While πριγκίπισσα means 'princess', βασίλισσα means 'queen'
Notes: Both terms refer to female royalty but indicate different ranks and relationships to the king
Mnemonic: πριγκίπισσα (princess) is younger than βασίλισσα (queen)