η κόρη μου
i kóri mou
The English phrase 'my daughter' is translated into Greek as η κόρη μου (i kóri mou).
η κόρη μου is a generic way to say 'my daughter' in Greek.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the definite article η (the), the noun κόρη (daughter) and the possessive pronoun μου (my/of mine).
How does it change in a sentence?
When used in the genitive case to indicate possession or relationship (e.g., 'the daughter of my daughter'), the phrase changes to της κόρης μου. When 'my daughter' is the direct object of a verb, the phrase changes to την κόρη μου.
How do you pronounce it?
i kóri mou
Did you know?
- In many Greek families, instead of using the formal κόρη μου, parents often use the diminutive κορούλα μου to express endearment.
- Depending on the region of Greece, some speakers may use the word θυγάτηρας in very formal or ecclesiastical contexts, though κόρη is the universal standard.
- In Ancient Greek, κόρη could also refer to a young maiden or a girl in general, not just a daughter in a family context.
Examples in context
- Η κόρη μου μού δίνει τόση χαρά.My daughter gives me so much joy.This sentence is useful for expressing how much joy your daughter brings you.Tatoeba #11335479 by carlosalberto, translation #11335449 by carlosalberto
- Η κόρη μου σπουδάζει στο εξωτερικό.My daughter is studying abroad.This sentence is useful for stating that your daughter is studying abroad.Tatoeba #13874949 by ninefi, translation #13850328 by ninefi
- Η κόρη μου είναι πηγή έμπνευσης για μέναMy daughter is a source of inspiration for me.
- Η κοριτσούλα μου μου έκανε έκπληξηMy little girl surprised me.
- Η κόρη μου είναι δασκαλίδα.I kóri mou íne daskalída.My daughter is a teacher.
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Example conversation
Maria and Giorgos are talking about their families at a party.
- Μαρία MariaΗ κόρη μου ξεκίνησε σχολείο φέτος.I kori mou xekinise scholeio fetos.My daughter started school this year.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΤι ωραία! Πόσο χρονών είναι;Ti oraia! Poso chronon einai?How lovely! How old is she?
- Μαρία MariaΕίναι έξι χρονών τώρα.Einai exi chronon tora.She is six years old now.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΠρέπει να είναι πολύ χαρούμενη.Prepei na einai poly charoumeni.She must be very happy.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries η, κόρη, μου, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
