δρόμος
drómos/ˈðɾo.mos/masculine
In Greek, the word for street is δρόμος (drómos). Wiktionary also lists οδός (odós).
Meaning: paved part of road in a village or a town (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| δρόμος | drómos | /ˈðɾo.mos/ | masculine |
| οδός | odós | /oˈðos/ | feminine |
The term δρόμος refers to a paved part of a road in a town or village. It can also be used metaphorically to mean a "path" or "way," such as a way to success or a way of life.
Which one should you use?
While both terms mean street, οδός is used in formal or official contexts, such as in addresses or official street names. In contrast, δρόμος is the common, everyday word for a road or street.
How does it change in a sentence?
δρόμος is a masculine noun. Its plural form is δρόμοι. The formal term οδός is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of δρόμος is /ˈðɾo.mos/. It has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word οδός is the root of the English word 'episode'. In Greek drama, an είσοδος was the entrance of a character and an έξοδος was the exit, while the 'episode' was the part of the play that happened on the 'way' between them.
- The word δρόμος shares a common ancestor with the English word 'run', as both stem from a root meaning to move quickly or flow.
- While οδός is used for official street names, the word λεωφόρος is often used for much larger, multi-lane boulevards or avenues.
Examples in context
- Ο δρόμος είναι άδειος.The street is empty.This sentence is useful for describing the state of the δρόμος.Tatoeba #4703620 by pinkmpnster, translation #4703059 by CK
- Ο δρόμος ήταν σκοτεινός.The street was dark.This sentence is useful for describing the lighting of the δρόμος.Tatoeba #5402561 by Zeus, translation #5318465 by Hybrid
- Ποιός δρόμος είναι αυτός;Which street is this?This sentence is useful for asking for identification of a δρόμος.Tatoeba #2866737 by glavkos, translation #9236166 by Nylez
- Η οδός της πόλης είναι γεμάτη από καταστήματα.The city's street is full of shops.
- Στρίψε δεξιά στην επόμενη οδό.Turn right on the next street.
- Εγκατέλειψαν το αυτοκίνητο τους στον πιο έρημο δρόμο.They abandoned their car in the most deserted street.
- Η φωτογραφία τραβήχτηκε στον πιο γραφικό δρόμο.The photo was taken on the most picturesque street.
- 4 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Kyriaki and Kostas are looking for a specific location in town.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΚώστα, είναι αυτός ο σωστός δρόμος;Kota, einai aftos o sostos dromos?Kostas, is this the right street?
- Κώστας KostasΝαι, η ταβέρνα είναι σε αυτόν τον δρόμο.Nai, i taverna einai se afton ton dromo.Yes, the tavern is on this street.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΟ δρόμος είναι πολύ στενός εδώ.O dromos einai poly stenos edo.The street is very narrow here.
- Κώστας KostasΠρέπει να προσέξουμε το αυτοκίνητο.Prepei na proseksoume to aftokinito.We have to watch out for the car.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “street” translations and entries δρόμος, οδός, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries δρόμος, οδός, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
