σκορπιού
Lemma: σκορπιού
Translation: scorpion (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek σκορπίος (skorpios). Related to English 'scorpion' through Latin 'scorpio'
Mnemonics
- Sounds like English 'scorpion'
- Think of the zodiac sign Scorpio
Related Words, Phrases & Idioms
Cultural Context
Common in Greek mythology and folklore. Associated with danger and treachery in Greek culture.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: σκόρπιος means 'scattered' while σκορπιού means 'scorpion'
Notes: The words are etymologically related but have distinct meanings in modern usage
Mnemonic: σκορπιού has the 'ού' ending typical of genitive case nouns