άστρο
Wordform Details
Translation: starcelestial body
Part of Speech: noun
Inflection Type:
neutersingularnominativeIs Dictionary Form: No
Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: άστρο
Translation: star; celestial body (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἄστρον (astron), related to English 'astro-', 'astronomy', 'asterisk'
Mnemonics
- Think of 'astro-' in English words like astronomy
- Remember 'asterisk' (*) which looks like a little star
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Cultural Context
Frequently appears in Greek poetry and literature. Stars have significant cultural importance in Greek mythology and folklore.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While άστρο means 'star', αστείο means 'joke'
Confused word:
Είπε ένα αστείο.
He told a joke.
Notes: Despite similar spelling, these words have completely different meanings and etymologies
Mnemonic: άστρο has the 'astro-' root, while αστείο is about amusement