How to Say "Science" in Greek

επιστήμη

epistími/epiˈstimi/feminine

The Greek word for science is επιστήμη (epistími).

επιστήμη refers to the collective discipline of learning acquired through the scientific method.

Meaning: collective discipline of learning acquired through the scientific method (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

The plural form of επιστήμη is επιστήμες (sciences). To indicate possession or relation, use the genitive singular form της επιστήμης (of science).

The romanization is epistími.

The root of επιστήμη implies 'standing over' or 'knowing' something, coming from the prefix επι meaning 'on' and ίστημι meaning 'to stand'.
In Plato's philosophy, επιστήμη was contrasted with δόξα, which refers to 'common opinion' or 'belief' rather than proven fact.
The word επιστήμη shares a linguistic ancestor with the English word 'epistemic', which relates to the theory of knowledge.

Ο Τομ δεν ενδιαφέρεται για την επιστήμη.
Tom has no interest in science.
This sentence shows how to express a lack of interest in the discipline using επιστήμη.
Tatoeba #3040485 by glavkos, translation #2915279 by Hybrid
Η επιστήμη είναι σημαντική για τη ζωή μας.
Science is important for our lives.
This sentence illustrates the importance of επιστήμη to human life.
Tatoeba #2670458 by Zeus, translation #2638865 by shekitten
Ο πατέρας της αφιέρωσε τη ζωή του στην επιστήμη.
Her father dedicated his life to science.
This sentence demonstrates the act of dedicating one's life to επιστήμη.
Tatoeba #5405185 by Zeus, translation #1275373 by jakov
Η επιστημονική έρευνα αποκαλύπτει νέες ανακαλύψεις και γνώσεις.
Scientific research reveals new discoveries and knowledge.
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Two friends are talking about their favorite subjects in school.

Κυριακή Kyriaki

Σου αρέσει η επιστήμη, Γιώργο;
Sou aresei i epistimi, Giorgo?
Do you like science, Giorgos?
Γιώργος Giorgos

Ναι, είναι το αγαπημένο μου μάθημα.
Ne, einai to agapimeno mou mathima.
Yes, it is my favorite subject.
Κυριακή Kyriaki

Εγώ προτιμώ την ιστορία και την τέχνη.
Ego protimo tin istoria kai tin techni.
I prefer history and art.
Γιώργος Giorgos

Η επιστήμη είναι πιο ενδιαφέρουσα για μένα.
I epistimi einai pio endiaferousa gia mena.
Science is more interesting for me.

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