Κύπρος
Kýpros/ˈci.pɾos/feminine
Cyprus in Greek is Κύπρος (Kýpros).
Κύπρος is the name used for the island or the country.
Meaning: island or country (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
This feminine noun is used to refer to the country or island.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is Kýpros (/ˈci.pɾos/). The stress is on the first of two syllables.
Did you know?
- The name Κύπρος is believed to be linked to the Sumerian word for 'copper', reflecting the island's ancient reputation as a major source of the metal.
- In Greek mythology, the goddess Aphrodite was born from the sea foam and arrived at the shores of Κύπρος. Because of this, she is often called 'the Cyprian'.
- The name Κύπρος appears in some of the earliest recorded Greek writing, including Linear B tablets from the Mycenaean period.
Examples in context
- Επιθυμώ να επισκεφτώ την Κύπρο.I want to visit Cyprus.
- Η Κύπρος έχει μια πλούσια ιστορία.Cyprus has a rich history.
- Σχεδιάζω να πάω στην Κύπρο για διακοπές.I plan to go to Cyprus for vacation.
- Ο φίλος μου από την Κύπρο είναι πολύ φιλόξενος.My friend from Cyprus is very hospitable.
- Η Κύπρος είναι μια όμορφη χώρα.I Kýpros eínai mia ómorfi chóra.Cyprus is a beautiful country.
Example conversation
Kyriaki and Nikos are discussing their next holiday.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΠού θα πάμε για διακοπές;Poú tha páme gia diakopés?Where shall we go for holidays?
- Νίκος NikosΠιστεύω ότι η Κύπρος είναι καλή ιδέα.Pistévo óti i Kýpros einai kalí idéa.I think Cyprus is a good idea.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΜου αρέσει πολύ η πρότασή σου!Mou arései polý i prótasí sou!I really like your suggestion!
- Νίκος NikosΤότε θα κλείσουμε τα εισιτήρια.Tóte tha klísoume ta isitíria.Then we will book the tickets.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cyprus” translations and entries Κύπρος, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Κύπρος, CC BY-SA 4.0.
