πρωί
proḯ/pɾoˈi/neuter
The English word morning is translated into Greek as πρωί (proḯ). If unsure, use πρωί. Wiktionary also lists πρωινό (proïnó).
Meaning: part of the day between dawn and midday (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| πρωί | proḯ | /pɾoˈi/ | neuter |
| πρωινό | proïnó | neuter |
The term refers to the part of the day between dawn and midday.
Which one should you use?
While πρωί refers to the time of day, πρωινό is used to mean breakfast. Additionally, if you wish to use 'morning' as a masculine adjective, such as in 'morning dew', you would use the form πρωινός.
How does it change in a sentence?
To express the phrase 'in the morning' or 'during the morning', use the neuter noun πρωί with the article το (το πρωί), which functions as an accusative of time.
How do you pronounce it?
proḯ
Did you know?
- While πρωί is used as a noun today, it began as an adverb in Ancient Greek. Over time, speakers reanalysed the word and began treating it as a neuter noun.
- The word πρωινό functions as both the word for 'breakfast' and a neuter adjective meaning 'morning'. This means that in Greek, 'breakfast' is literally 'the morning thing'.
- If you are describing a 'morning person', you would use the adjective πρωινός rather than the noun πρωί.
Examples in context
- Έλα αύριο το πρωί.Come tomorrow morning.This sentence shows how to use πρωί to specify a time.Tatoeba #2858166 by glavkos, translation #323209 by CK
- Πού ήσουν το πρωί;Where were you this morning?This sentence demonstrates how to ask about someone's location during the morning using πρωί.Tatoeba #4357278 by Tensai, translation #2643455 by CK
- Θα μιλήσουμε το πρωί.We'll talk in the morning.This sentence illustrates the use of πρωί when discussing future plans.Tatoeba #5557397 by Zeus, translation #3181395 by CK
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Example conversation
Kyriaki and Kostas are planning a walk.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΘα πάμε για περπάτημα το πρωί;Tha pame gia perpatima to proi?Shall we go for a walk in the morning?
- Κώστας KostasΝαι, είναι η καλύτερη ώρα.Nai, einai i kalyteri ora.Yes, it is the best time.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΤότε, θα σε περιμένω το πρωί.Tote, tha se perimeno to proi.Then, I will wait for you in the morning.
- Κώστας KostasΟκ, θα είμαι εκεί.Ok, tha imai ekei.Ok, I will be there.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “morning” translations and entries πρωί, πρωινό, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries πρωί, πρωινό, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
