Χριστός
Christós/xɾiˈstos/masculine
In Greek, the phrase "Christ" is translated as Χριστός (Christós).
Χριστός is a title used for Jesus of Nazareth.
Meaning: title for Jesus of Nazareth (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The word Χριστός literally means the Anointed One.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form Χριστού is the genitive singular, used to indicate possession or a relationship to Christ, such as in "the teachings of Christ". The form Χριστό is the accusative, used when Christ is the direct object of a verb.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Christós.
Did you know?
- Greek speakers often use the phrase Χριστέ μου! as a general exclamation of shock or frustration, similar to saying 'Oh my God' in English.
- Because Χριστός comes from the verb χρίω, meaning 'to rub or smear', the word is linguistically related to the act of applying oil to the skin.
- The title Χριστός is a translation of the Hebrew word 'Mashiach', which is where the English term 'Messiah' comes from.
Examples in context
- Πιστεύω στον Χριστό.I believe in Christ.
- Ο Χριστός αγαπάει όλους τους ανθρώπους.Christ loves all people.
- Ο Χριστός είναι ο σωτήρας μας.O Christos einai o sotiras mas.Christ is our savior.
- Ο Χριστός αναστήθηκε.O Christos anastithike.Christ rose again.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “Christ” translations and entries Χριστός, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
