έκθεση
Wordform Details
Translation: exhibitionexpositionreportessayexposure
Part of Speech: noun
Inflection Type:
femininesingularnominativeIs Dictionary Form: No
Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: έκθεση
Translation: exhibition; exposition; report; presentation; display; show (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἔκθεσις (ekthesis), composed of ἐκ- (ek-, 'out') + θέσις (thesis, 'placing'). The word literally means 'a placing out' or 'setting forth'. This connects to English 'thesis' (from the same Greek root θέσις) and 'exposition' (Latin equivalent meaning). The concept of 'setting something out' for public view or consideration underlies all its meanings - whether displaying art, presenting information, or exposing ideas.
Mnemonics
- Think 'EXposition' - both start with EX/EK and mean showing something publicly
- Remember 'thesis' - same root, both involve presenting ideas
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Cultural Context
Commonly used in academic, business, and cultural contexts. Art exhibitions are particularly important in Greek culture, and school reports (εκθέσεις) are a standard part of education. The word appears frequently in media when discussing museum exhibitions or official reports.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: έκθεση focuses on displaying/presenting something static (art, reports), while εκδήλωση refers to events or manifestations with activities
Notes: έκθεση emphasizes the display aspect, εκδήλωση emphasizes the happening or occurrence
Mnemonic: έκθεση = EXhibition (static display), εκδήλωση = event (dynamic activity)