Σαντορίνη
Santoríni/sandoˈɾini/feminine
In Greek, the name of the island Santorini is Σαντορίνη (Santoríni). Wiktionary also lists Θήρα (Thíra).
Meaning: Greek island (name)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Σαντορίνη | Santoríni | /sandoˈɾini/ | feminine |
| Θήρα | Thíra | /ˈθiɾa/ | feminine |
The word refers to the Greek island known as Santorini.
Which one should you use?
Σαντορίνη is the common modern name for the island, whereas Θήρα is the older, more formal name.
How does it change in a sentence?
Since the name is feminine, when using the preposition 'in' (στη), the feminine article form στη is used, as seen in the phrase στη Σαντορίνη.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Santoríni and the IPA is /sandoˈɾini/.
Did you know?
- The name Σαντορίνη is not originally Greek but is a corruption of the Latin 'Sancta Irene', meaning 'Saint Irene'.
- The name Θήρα shares a linguistic root with the Greek word θήρα, which means 'prey' or 'hunt'.
- Due to the island's volcanic nature, the term Σαντορίνη is often used as a brand shorthand in Greece to denote a specific style of Assyrtiko wine grown in volcanic soil.
Examples in context
- Εδώ και 15 μέρες ξεκίνησε ο τρύγος στη Σαντορίνη για τις ποικιλίες «Ασύρτικο» και «Αθήρι».The vintage on Santorini for the "Assyrtiko" and "Athiri" varieties started 15 days ago.This sentence shows the use of Σαντορίνη when discussing the wine vintage on the island.Tatoeba #3593952 by glavkos, translation #9728946 by Nylez
- Θα πάμε στη Σαντορίνη το καλοκαίρι.Tha pame sti Santorini to kalokairi.We will go to Santorini in the summer.
Example conversation
Giorgos and Anastasia are planning a summer vacation.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΠού θα πηγαίνουμε φέτος για διακοπές;Pou tha pigainoume fetos gia diakopes?Where are we going for vacation this year?
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΠιστεύω ότι η Σαντορίνη είναι η καλύτερη επιλογή.Pisteuo oti i Santorini einai i kalyteri epilogi.I think Santorini is the best choice.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΣυμφωνώ, είναι υπέροχα τα τοπία εκεί.Symfono, einai yperocha ta topia ekei.I agree, the landscapes there are wonderful.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΤότε κλείνω τα εισιτήρια για τη Σαντορίνη!Tote klino ta isitiria gia ti Santorini!Then I'm booking the tickets for Santorini!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “santorini” translations and entries Σαντορίνη, Θήρα, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Θήρα, Σαντορίνη, θήρα, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
