για την ακρίβεια

Translations

• to be precise
• actually
• to be exact

Literal Translation

for the precision

Forms

Usage Notes

Used as a set phrase to introduce a more precise statement or correction

Etymology

Comes from the preposition 'για' (for) and the noun 'ακρίβεια' (precision/accuracy)

Cultural Context

Commonly used in both spoken and written Greek to clarify or correct a previous statement

• Think of 'accuracy' - you're aiming for precision in what you're saying
• Remember 'akriveia' sounds a bit like 'accuracy'