τα μάτια (X) φλόγισαν σαν πυρκαγιά

Translations

• (someone's) eyes blazed like fire
• to become extremely angry

Literal Translation

the eyes blazed like wildfire

Forms

Usage Notes

Usually used in literary or formal contexts, particularly in narratives describing anger

Etymology

Ancient metaphorical expression comparing anger to fire, common in epic poetry

Cultural Context

Frequently used in literature and formal narrative to describe intense anger or passion

• Think of the English phrase 'fire in one's eyes'
• φλόγα (flame) → φλόγισαν (blazed)