λογική
Wordform Details
Translation: logicalrationalreasonable
Part of Speech: adjective
Inflection Type:
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Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: λογικός
Translation: logical; rational; reasonable; sensible (adjective)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek λογικός (logikós), derived from λόγος (lógos) meaning 'word, speech, reason, account'. The English word 'logic' and 'logical' share the same Greek root. The concept of λόγος was central to Greek philosophy, particularly in Stoicism and the works of Heraclitus, where it represented the rational principle governing the cosmos.
Example Usage
Είναι λογικό να θέλεις περισσότερο χρόνο.
It's reasonable to want more time.
Η λογική σκέψη είναι απαραίτητη για την επίλυση προβλημάτων.
Logical thinking is essential for problem-solving.
Δεν είναι λογικό να φοβάσαι κάτι που δεν έχει συμβεί ακόμα.
It's not reasonable to fear something that hasn't happened yet.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'logic' in English, which comes from the same root.
- λογικός sounds like 'low-yee-kos' - imagine someone with 'low ego' being more reasonable and logical.
- Connect it to 'dialogue' (διάλογος) which requires logical exchange of ideas.
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Cultural Context
In Greek culture, being λογικός (logical) is highly valued in discussions and debates. The concept is deeply embedded in Greek philosophical tradition, which has influenced Western thought for millennia. Greeks often pride themselves on logical thinking and reasonable arguments in everyday conversations.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While λογικός means 'logical', λογιστικός means 'accounting' or 'bookkeeping'. Both derive from λόγος but have evolved to have different meanings.
Confused word:
Εργάζεται στο λογιστικό τμήμα της εταιρείας.
He works in the accounting department of the company.
Notes: Both words appear in academic and professional contexts but in different fields - λογικός in philosophy and mathematics, λογιστικός in business and finance.
Mnemonic: λογιστικός has 'ιστ' in the middle - think 'list' for accounting (making lists of numbers).
Explanation: λογικός means 'logical' while λεκτικός means 'verbal' or 'relating to speech'. They sound similar but have different meanings and uses.
Confused word:
Η λεκτική επικοινωνία είναι σημαντική στις διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις.
Verbal communication is important in interpersonal relationships.
Notes: Both words are used in educational contexts but λογικός relates to reasoning while λεκτικός relates to expression through language.
Mnemonic: λεκτικός sounds like 'lecture' - which involves speaking (verbal communication).