χρόνο
Wordform Details
Translation: timeyear
Part of Speech: noun
Inflection Type:
masculinesingularaccusativeIs Dictionary Form: No
Dictionary Form Details
Lemma: χρόνος
Translation: time; year; age (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek χρόνος (khrónos). Related to English 'chronology', 'chronic', 'chronicle'
Mnemonics
- Think of 'chronological' - relating to time
- Remember 'chronic' meaning lasting for a long time
Related Words, Phrases & Idioms
Cultural Context
Fundamental concept in Greek culture, often used in greetings and well-wishes (e.g., 'Χρόνια πολλά')
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While both mean 'time', χρόνος refers to chronological time or years, while καιρός refers to the right moment or weather
Confused word:
Δεν είναι ο κατάλληλος καιρός.
It's not the right time.
Notes: χρόνος is more specific to measurable, chronological time
Mnemonic: χρόνος = chronological time, καιρός = opportune time