κα
ka
The Greek term for 'Mrs.' is κα (ka).
In Greek, the most common and respectful way to express the title 'Mrs.' is by using the term Κυρία.
How do you pronounce it?
ka
Did you know?
- The word Κυρία shares a root with the word for 'Lord' (Κύριος), meaning the title literally translates to 'lady' or 'mistress of the house'.
- When writing very formal invitations, such as for a wedding, the title Κυρία is often used even if the woman is not married, to signify her status as a mature woman.
- In many parts of Greece, using the title Κυρία followed by a woman's first name rather than her surname is a common way to show both respect and friendliness.
Examples in context
- Γεια σας, κυρία Σοφία.Hello, Mrs. Sophia.
- Κυρία Μαρία, πώς είστε;Mrs. Maria, how are you?
Example conversation
Dimitris is introducing a guest to Anastasia.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΑναστασία, κοίτα, είναι η κα Παπαδοπούλου.Anastasia, koita, einai i ka Papadopoulou.Anastasia, look, this is Mrs. Papadopoulou.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΧαίρομαι πολύ που σας γνωρίζω.Charomo poly pou sas gnorizo.I am very glad to meet you.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΗ κα Παπαδοπούλου είναι η γειτόνάς μας.I ka Papadopoulou einai i geitonas mas.Mrs. Papadopoulou is our neighbor.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΚαλώς ήρθατε στο σπίτι μας.Kalos irthate sto spiti mas.Welcome to our home.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry κα, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
