δικηγόρος
dikigóros/ði.ciˈɣo.ɾos/feminine, masculine
The Greek word for lawyer is δικηγόρος (dikigóros).
δικηγόρος refers to a professional qualified to practice law, provide legal advice and represent parties in legal proceedings.
Meaning: professional person qualified (as by a law degree or bar exam) and authorized to practice law as an attorney-at-law, solicitor, advocate, barrister or equivalent, i.e. represent parties in lawsuits or trials and give legal advice (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word δικηγόρος can be used for both male and female lawyers. However, its grammatical gender is determined by the article used with it.
How do you pronounce it?
It has four syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.
When do people say it?
When addressing a female lawyer directly, a respectful way to begin is by using κυρία followed by their last name.
Did you know?
- In Ancient Greece, the concept of a 'lawyer' as a professional paid representative didn't exist in the same way, as citizens were expected to plead their own cases in the 'agora'.
- The root αγορεύω in δικηγόρος comes from 'agora', the central public space in ancient Greek cities used for assemblies and markets.
- The term δικηγόρος is a close relative of δημηγόρος, which refers to a public orator or a political speaker.
Examples in context
- Είμαι η δικηγόρος σας.I'm your lawyer.This sentence is useful for introducing yourself as a lawyer using δικηγόρος.Tatoeba #5413496 by Zeus, translation #2248326 by CK
- Ο Τομ είναι δικηγόρος.Tom is a lawyer.This sentence is useful for stating someone's profession using δικηγόρος.Tatoeba #5414462 by Zeus, translation #2272819 by CK
- Θα ήθέλα να γίνω δικηγόρος.I'd like to become a lawyer.This sentence is useful for expressing a desire to become a lawyer using δικηγόρος.Tatoeba #10678061 by amoeba, translation #10659953 by CK
- Ο νομικός μελετά το Ελληνικό Σύνταγμα.The lawyer studies the Greek Constitution.
- Μήπως ξέρετε κάποιον καλό δικηγόρο;Do you know a good lawyer?
- Ποια είναι η γνώμη του νομικού για αυτήν την υπόθεση;What is the lawyer's opinion on this case?
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Example conversation
Nikos is asking Maria for a professional recommendation.
- Νίκος NikosΓνωρίζεις κάποιον καλό δικηγόρο;Gnorizeis kapoion kalo dikigoro?Do you know a good lawyer?
- Μαρία MariaΝαι, η αδερφή μου είναι δικηγόρος.Nai, i aderfi mou einai dikigoros.Yes, my sister is a lawyer.
- Νίκος NikosΜπορείς να μου δώσεις το τηλέφωνό της;Boreis na mou doseis to tilefono nos tis?Can you give me her phone number?
- Μαρία MariaΒεβαίως, θα σου το στείλω τώρα.Veveos, tha sou to steilo tora.Of course, I will send it to you now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “lawyer” translations and entries δικηγόρος, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
