δέντρο
déntro/ˈðen.dro/neuter
The Greek word for tree is δέντρο (déntro).
δέντρο refers to a large woody plant.
Meaning: large woody plant (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word is a neuter noun. The plural form is δέντρα (trees), and the genitive singular form, used to indicate possession or 'of the tree', is δέντρου.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈðen.dro/. It has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word δέντρο shares an ancient root with the English word 'dendrite', which refers to the branching structures found in human nerve cells.
- In Greek culture, the olive δέντρο is so revered that it is often treated as a symbol of peace and wisdom rather than just a crop.
- While 'tree' is a common noun, many Greek species names are also used as surnames, meaning you might meet a person whose name literally translates to a specific type of tree.
Examples in context
- Κρύφτηκε πίσω από το δέντρο.She hid behind the tree.This sentence is useful for seeing how to say 'behind the tree' using δέντρο.Tatoeba #5363561 by Zeus, translation #4614585 by CH
- Ο Τομ σκαρφάλωσε από το δέντρο.Tom climbed from the tree.This sentence is useful for seeing how to say 'from the tree' using δέντρο.Tatoeba #7768064 by eypros, translation #7767784 by sharris123
- Πού θα φυτέψεις αυτό το δέντρο;Where are you going to plant that tree?This sentence is useful for seeing how to say 'that tree' using δέντρο.Tatoeba #10673018 by amoeba, translation #10669833 by CK
- Στον κήπο μπροστά του σπιτιού υπάρχει ένα όμορφο δέντρο.There is a beautiful tree in front of the house.
- Το δέντρο αυτό αποτελεί παράδειγμα μεγάλης ομορφιάς.This tree is an example of great beauty.
- Πες στα παιδιά να μην ανεβαίνουν πολύ ψηλά στα δέντρα.Tell the children not to climb too high on the trees.
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Example conversation
Kyriaki and Kostas are walking in a park.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΚόιτα αυτό το μεγάλο δέντρο!Koíta aftó to megálo déntro!Look at this big tree!
- Κώστας KostasΕίναι πολύ όμορφο, Κυριακή.Énai polý ómorfo, Kyriaki.It is very beautiful, Kyriaki.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΤι είδους δέντρο είναι αυτό;Ti eídos déntro eínai aftó?What kind of tree is this?
- Κώστας KostasΝομίζω ότι είναι ελιά, Κυριακή.Nomízo óti eínai eliá, Kyriaki.I think it is an olive tree, Kyriaki.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tree” translations and entries δέντρο, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries δέντρο, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
