συμβατή
Wordform Details
Translation: compatibleconsistentconforming
Part of Speech: adjective
Inflection Type:
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Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: συμβατός
Translation: compatible; consistent; congruent; compliant (adjective)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'συμβαίνω' (symbaínō), meaning 'to come together, agree, coincide', composed of the prefix 'συν-' (syn-, 'together') and 'βαίνω' (baínō, 'to go, walk'). The concept reflects things that can 'walk together' harmoniously. English words like 'symbiosis' share the same 'sym-' prefix indicating togetherness or union.
Example Usage
Το λογισμικό αυτό είναι συμβατό με όλα τα λειτουργικά συστήματα.
This software is compatible with all operating systems.
Οι απόψεις τους είναι απόλυτα συμβατές.
Their views are completely compatible.
Χρειάζομαι μια συμβατή κάρτα μνήμης για την κάμερά μου.
I need a compatible memory card for my camera.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'sym' (together) + 'bat' (like 'beta' in technology) = things that work together in technology
- Sounds like 'symbol' + 'toss' - compatible things can be tossed together without problems
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Cultural Context
Frequently used in technological contexts in modern Greek, especially regarding software, hardware, and systems compatibility. Also commonly used in discussions about relationships, ideas, or values that work well together.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While 'συμβατός' means 'compatible', 'συμβατικός' means 'conventional' or 'traditional'. They share the same root but have different meanings.
This word:
Αυτά τα δύο συστήματα είναι συμβατά μεταξύ τους.
These two systems are compatible with each other.
Notes: Both words are commonly used in everyday Greek, but in different contexts.
Mnemonic: 'Συμβατός' ends with '-τός' like 'compatible' ends with '-ble', while 'συμβατικός' ends with '-ικός' like 'conventional' ends with '-al'.
Explanation: 'Συμβατός' (compatible) should not be confused with 'συμβάν' (event, incident), though they share the same etymological root from 'συμβαίνω' (to happen, occur).
This word:
Το τηλέφωνό μου είναι συμβατό με αυτό το φορτιστή.
My phone is compatible with this charger.
Notes: 'Συμβάν' is a noun while 'συμβατός' is an adjective.
Mnemonic: Think of 'συμβάν' as something that 'happened' (past tense), while 'συμβατός' describes things that 'can happen together' (potential).