στην πορεία της ζωής (X)

Translations

• in the course of one's life
• throughout one's life
• over the years

Literal Translation

in the course of the life (of X)

Forms

Usage Notes

Always used with possessive pronouns (μου, σου, του, etc.) or possessive constructions. Cannot be used without specifying whose life is being referenced.

Etymology

From πορεία (journey, course) + ζωή (life). The metaphor of life as a journey is ancient in Greek thought.

Cultural Context

Used in formal or reflective contexts when discussing life experiences accumulated over time. Common in autobiographical writing and philosophical discourse.

• Think of 'pore over' life experiences - πορεία sounds like 'pore'
• Life is a journey (πορεία) through time