μάγισσα
mágissafeminine
The Greek word for "witch" is μάγισσα (mágissa).
μάγισσα refers to a person who uses magic.
Meaning: person who uses magic (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
mágissa
Did you know?
- While μάγισσα is the standard term, Greeks often use the word στρύξ to describe a more monstrous or predatory witch who transforms into a bird.
- In some Greek contexts, calling someone a μάγισσα is not just a description of magic, but a severe social insult implying they are a deceptive person.
- The root of μάγισσα is related to the 'Magi', the priestly caste of ancient Persia who were viewed as astrologers and magicians by the Greeks.
Examples in context
- Οι μάγισσες μαγεύουν τους ανθρώπους με τα ξόρκια τους.Witches enchant people with their spells.
- Η μάγισσα ζει στο δάσος.I mágyissa zi st' dásos.The witch lives in the forest.
- Διάβασα για μια κακή μάγισσα.Diávasa yia mia kakí mágyissa.I read about a bad witch.
- Είναι μια πολύ δυνατή μάγισσα.Íne mia polí dynatí mágyissa.She is a very powerful witch.
Example conversation
Anastasia and Nikos are discussing a fantasy movie.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΣου αρέσει η μάγισσα στην ταινία;Sou aresei i magissa stin tainia?Do you like the witch in the movie?
- Νίκος NikosΝαι, είναι πολύ τρομακτική.Nai, einai poly tromaktiki.Yes, she is very scary.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΝομίζω ότι η μάγισσα είναι καλή.Nomizo oti i magissa einai kali.I think that the witch is good.
- Νίκος NikosΔεν συμφωνώ καθόλου με εσένα.Den symfono katholou me esena.I don't agree with you at all.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “witch” translations and entries μάγισσα, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
