μαγικός
magikós/ma.ʝiˈkos/
The English word "magical" is translated into Greek as μαγικός (magikós).
μαγικός is an adjective used to describe something that is enchanting.
Meaning: enchanting (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The adjective μαγικός is derived from the noun μάγος, which means "magician" or "mage".
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form is μαγική. The neuter form is μαγικό. The masculine plural form is μαγικοί. The feminine plural form is μαγικές. The neuter plural form is μαγικά.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ma.ʝiˈkos/. It has three syllables, and the stress is on the third syllable.
Did you know?
- While μαγικός describes the supernatural, Greek uses the word θαυματουργός for something 'miraculous', strictly separating magic from divine miracles.
- In modern Greek, calling someone a μάγος (magician) can be a compliment for a skilled professional, such as a doctor or a brilliant technician, rather than just a person performing illusions.
- The root of μαγικός is linked to the 'Magi', the priestly caste of the ancient Persian Empire. This suggests that the Greek concept of 'magic' was originally viewed through the lens of foreign, eastern ritual practices.
Examples in context
- Οι ηλιοβασίλεματα στη Σαντορίνη είναι πραγματικά μαγικά!The sunsets in Santorini are truly magical!
- Το πανσέληνο ήταν μαγευτικό, λες και κρύβει μυστικά!The full moon was magical, as if it holds secrets!
- Ο κόσμος αυτός είναι μαγικός.O kósmos aftós íne magikós.This world is magical.
Example conversation
Maria and Dimitris are walking through a forest.
- Μαρία MariaΚοιτάξτε το δάσος, είναι μαγικός χώρος!Koitaxte to dasos, einai magikos choros!Look at the forest, it's a magical place!
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΈχεις δίκιο, Μαρία. Είναι πανέμορφο.Echeis dikio, Maria. Einai panemorfo.You are right, Maria. It is beautiful.
- Μαρία MariaΝιώθω σαν να είμαι σε παραμύθι.Niotho san na eimai se paramythi.I feel like I am in a fairy tale.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΕίναι όντως μια μαγική στιγμή.Einai ontos mia magiki stigmi.It really is a magical moment.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry μαγικός, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries μαγικός, CC BY-SA 4.0.
