σωτηρία
sotiríafeminine
The English phrase 'salvation' can be translated into Greek as σωτηρία (sotiría) or λύτρωση.
Meaning: the process of being saved (religion) (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| σωτηρία | sotiría | feminine |
| λύτρωση | lýtrosi | feminine |
What does it mean word for word?
The word σωτηρία is derived from a root meaning 'to be whole' or 'to be safe'.
Which one should you use?
σωτηρία refers to salvation in a broad sense, covering both spiritual salvation and physical safety or preservation. In contrast, λύτρωση specifically refers to redemption or being set free from bondage and it is often used in theological contexts regarding the release from sin.
How does it change in a sentence?
The genitive singular form of λύτρωση is λύτρωσης, which translates to 'of redemption'. Both words are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization for σωτηρία is sotiría.
Did you know?
- The word λύτρωση is closely related to the English word 'analysis', as both derive from the Greek root λύω meaning 'to loosen' or 'to release'.
- The word λύτρωση evokes the ancient custom of paying a 'ransom' to free a captive or slave, reflecting the idea of salvation as a paid price.
- The word σωτηρία shares its root with σωτήρας, which in ancient Greece referred not just to a divine savior but to any general or leader who delivered the city from danger.
Examples in context
- Οι προσευχές μου είναι για τη σωτηρία όλων.My prayers are for the salvation of all.
- Η πίστη μας μας οδηγεί στην αιώνια ζωή.Our faith leads us to eternal life.
- Μου έσωσες τη ζωή!You saved my life!
- Η χειρονομία του ήταν μια λυτρωτική πράξη.His gesture was a redeeming act.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their religious beliefs.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΤι σημαίνει η σωτηρία για σένα, Μαρία;Ti simánei i sotíría gia séna, María?What does salvation mean to you, Maria?
- Μαρία MariaΓια μένα, η σωτηρία είναι η ειρήνη με το Θεό.Gia ména, i sotíría eínai i eiríni me to Theó.For me, salvation is peace with God.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΣυμφωνώ, Δημήτρη, είναι κάτι πολύ βαθύ.Symfonó, Dimítri, eínai káti polý vathý.I agree, Dimitris, it is something very deep.
- Μαρία MariaΑκριβώς, είναι η μόνη λύτρωση που έχουμε.Akrivós, eínai i móni lýtrosi pou échoume.Exactly, it is the only redemption we have.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “salvation” translations and entries λύτρωση, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
