δέντρα
The English phrase "trees" is translated into Greek as δέντρα.
How does it change in a sentence?
δέντρα is a neuter noun in the plural form. It is the plural form of the singular noun δέντρο.
Did you know?
- The Greek word for 'branch', κλωνός, is a close relative of the English word 'clone', as both derive from the idea of a cutting or a sprout from a parent plant.
- In Greek culture, the olive tree is so central that it is often referred to simply as η ελιά, and it holds a sacred status that transcends the general category of δέντρα.
- Ancient Greeks believed that certain δέντρα could be inhabited by nymphs, specifically the Dryads. This mythological link is why the poetic term δρυς persists in high literature.
Examples in context
- Δεν υπήρχαν λουλούδια ή δέντρα σε αυτόν το δρόμο.There were no flowers or trees on his street.This sentence is useful for describing the absence of flowers or δέντρα on a street.Tatoeba #4364460 by Tensai, translation #283840 by CS
- Φύτεψα δέντρα.I planted trees.This sentence is useful for expressing the action of planting δέντρα.Tatoeba #8239647 by glavkos, translation #7108016 by slashslasher
- Πολλά δέντρα έπεσαν.Many trees fell down.This sentence is useful for noting that many δέντρα fell down.Tatoeba #7579953 by amoeba, translation #323566 by CK
- Τα δέντρα παρέχουν σκιά και ομορφιά στο πάρκο.The trees provide shade and beauty in the park.
- Πάμε για μια βόλτα και ας απολαύσουμε τα δεντράκια!Let's go for a walk and enjoy the trees!
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Example conversation
Kyriaki and Dimitris are walking through a park.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΔες όλα αυτά τα όμορφα δέντρα!Des ola afta ta omorfa dentra!Look at all these beautiful trees!
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΝαι, είναι πολύ πράσινα φέτος.Ne, einai poly prasina fetos.Yes, they are very green this year.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΠοια δέντρα σου αρέσουν περισσότερο;Poia dentra sou areisoun perissotero?Which trees do you like more?
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΜου αρέσουν πολύ οι φτέρμες.Mou areisoun poly oi ftermes.I really like the maples.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
