συναγωγή
synagogífeminine
The English word 'synagogue' is translated into Greek as συναγωγή (synagogí). Wiktionary also lists χάβρα (chávra).
Meaning: Jewish place of worship (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| συναγωγή | synagogí | feminine | |
| χάβρα | chávra | /ˈxa.vɾa/ | colloquial, feminine |
The word refers to a Jewish place of worship.
What does it mean word for word?
The term συναγωγή is derived from Greek roots meaning 'bringing together' or 'assembly'.
Which one should you use?
συναγωγή is the standard term for a synagogue, whereas χάβρα is a colloquialism.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
συναγωγή is the formal word for a synagogue. In contrast, χάβρα is a colloquial term often used within Greek Jewish communities.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of συναγωγή is συναγωγές. Both forms provided, συναγωγή and χάβρα, are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
synagogí
Did you know?
- The colloquial term χάβρα is a linguistic bridge between three languages, traveling from Hebrew to Ottoman Turkish and finally into Greek.
- Because συναγωγή literally means 'a bringing together', it could technically be used in ancient contexts to describe any gathering, not just a religious one.
Examples in context
- Πού μπορώ να βρω μια συναγωγή εδώ;Where can I find a synagogue here?
- Μια συναγωγή βρίσκεται στην κεντρική πλατεία.A synagogue is located in the central square.
- Η συναγωγή είναι κοντά στο μουσείο.I synagogí eínai kontá sto mouseío.The synagogue is near the museum.
- Πήγαμε στην τοπική συναγωγή χθες.Pígame stin topikí synagogí chthes.We went to the local synagogue yesterday.
- Αυτή η συναγωγή είναι πολύ παλιά.Aftí i synagogí eínai polý paliá.This synagogue is very old.
Example conversation
George and Maria are walking through the city center.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΚοίτα, Μαρία, αυτή είναι η συναγωγή.Koíta, María, aftí einai i synagogí.Look, Maria, this is the synagogue.
- Μαρία MariaΕίναι πολύ όμορφο κτίριο!Einai polý ómorfo ktírio!It is a very beautiful building!
- Γιώργος GiorgosΝαι, έχει μεγάλη ιστορία στην πόλη.Ne, échei megáli istoría stin póli.Yes, it has a great history in the city.
- Μαρία MariaΘέλεις να την επισκεφτούμε;Théleis na tin episkeftoúme?Do you want us to visit it?
Sources
- Wiktionary, “synagogue” translations and entries συναγωγή, χάβρα, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries συναγωγή, χάβρα, CC BY-SA 4.0.
