γαμπρός
gamprós/ɣamˈbɾos/masculine
The English phrase 'bridegroom' is translated into Greek as γαμπρός (gamprós). Wiktionary also lists μελλόνυμφος (mellónymfos) and νεόνυμφος (neónymfos).
Meaning: bridegroom, groom (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| γαμπρός | gamprós | /ɣamˈbɾos/ | masculine |
| μελλόνυμφος | mellónymfos | masculine | |
| νεόνυμφος | neónymfos | masculine |
The terms in this pack all refer to a bridegroom or groom.
Which one should you use?
γαμπρός is the standard, everyday word for 'bridegroom' or 'groom'. In contrast, μελλόνυμφος is a more formal or literary term often used to refer to a 'fiancé' or someone about to be married. Additionally, νεόνυμφος specifically refers to a 'newlywed' groom, often used in formal or poetic contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the genitive singular case to indicate possession or relationship (e.g., 'of the groom'), γαμπρός changes to του γαμπρού.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is gamprós. The IPA is /ɣamˈbɾos/.
Did you know?
- In modern Greek, the word γαμπρός is used not only for the 'bridegroom' but also to refer to a 'son-in-law'.
- In traditional Greek weddings, the γαμπρός is often escorted to the church by a 'koumbaros', a best man who takes on a lifelong spiritual kinship with the couple.
- The word νυμφος is a linguistic relative of the English word 'nymph', both stemming from the Greek idea of a young woman or bride.
Examples in context
- Ο νυμφίος φορούσε ένα κλασικό κοστούμι.The bridegroom was wearing a classic suit.
- Ο γαμπρός είναι πολύ χαρούμενος σήμερα.O gampros einai poly haroumenos simera.The bridegroom is very happy today.
- Ποιος είναι ο γαμπρός σε αυτόν τον γάμο;Poios einai o gampros se afton ton gamo;Who is the bridegroom in this wedding?
- Ο γαμπρός φοράει ένα μαύρο κοστούμι.O gampros foraei ena mavro kostoumi.The bridegroom is wearing a black suit.
Example conversation
Eleni and Kostas are discussing a wedding guest list.
- Ελένη EleniΕίναι ο γαμπρός φίλος σου;Einai o gambros filos sou?Is the groom a friend of yours?
- Κώστας KostasΝαι, ο γαμπρός είναι ο συμμαχός μου.Nai, o gambros einai o symmachos mou.Yes, the groom is my ally.
- Ελένη EleniΧαίρομαι πολύ για εκείνον.Cheiromai poly gia ekeinon.I am very happy for him.
- Κώστας KostasΕίναι πολύ καλό παιδί.Einai poly kalo paidi.He is a very good boy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “bridegroom” translations and entries γαμπρός, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
