γράψιμο
grápsimo
The Greek word for the English phrase 'writing' is γράψιμο (grápsimo).
γράψιμο refers to the general process of representing a language through text.
Meaning: process of representing a language (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is derived from the verb γραφώ (graphó), which means 'to write'.
Which one should you use?
While γράψιμο covers the general act of writing, the term συγγραφή is used specifically for creative writing or the act of authoring works like books, novels or poems. Additionally, if you are referring to the art of beautiful writing or calligraphy, the term γραφική τέχνη is used instead.
How does it change in a sentence?
γράψιμο is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
grápsimo
Did you know?
- The root of γράψιμο is found in the English word 'photography', which literally means 'writing with light'.
- In ancient Greece, the root found in γράψιμο was used for 'scratching' or 'carving' into hard surfaces before ink and paper became common.
- The root in γράψιμο is used in the word 'seismograph', where it describes the 'writing' of an earthquake's movements.
Examples in context
- Το γράψιμο δεν είναι εύκολο.Writing is not easy.This sentence is useful for expressing that the act of writing is difficult.Tatoeba #11694415 by carlosalberto, translation #11694394 by carlosalberto
- Τα πάθη της ήταν το διάβασμα και το γράψιμο.Her passions were reading and writing.This sentence is useful for listing reading and writing as hobbies or passions.Tatoeba #12080984 by carlosalberto, translation #12080931 by carlosalberto
- Η γραφή είναι ένας τρόπος να εκφράσουμε τις σκέψεις μας.Writing is a way to express our thoughts.
- Η γραφή είναι μια τέχνη που απαιτεί προσήλωση και φαντασία.Writing is an art that requires dedication and imagination.
- Η συγγραφή μου δίνει ελευθερία και έκφραση.My writing gives me freedom and expression.
- Η πάθησή μου είναι η συγγραφή μυθιστορημάτων.My passion is writing novels.
Example conversation
Anastasia and Nikos are talking about their school subjects.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΣου αρέσει το γράψιμο στα αγγλικά;Sou aresei to grapsimo sta anglika?Do you like writing in English?
- Νίκος NikosΝαι, είναι το αγαπημένο μου μέρος.Ne, einai to agapimeno mou meros.Yes, it is my favorite part.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΕμένα μου φαίνεται πολύ δύσκολο.Emena mou fanete poly dyskolo.I find it very difficult.
- Νίκος NikosΜπορώ να σε βοηθήσω, Αναστασία.Boro na se voithiso, Anastasia.I can help you, Anastasia.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry γράψιμο, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
