Greek · Family & People
άνθρωποι
ánthropoi
People
Beginnernoun
Definition
Human beings; plural of άνθρωπος.
Example
Στην πλατεία υπάρχουν πολλοί άνθρωποι.
There are many people in the square.
Etymology
'Άνθρωποι' (ánthropoi) is derived from the Ancient Greek 'ἄνθρωπος' (ánthrōpos), meaning human being, and suggests a prominent philosophical exploration of humanity in Greek thought.
How & Where It’s Used
'άνθρωποι' is employed in both formal and informal settings, commonly seen in discussions about society, ethics, and humanity, with consistent usage throughout Greece.
Literary Heritage
References abound in classical works, notably those by philosophers like Plato and Aristotle regarding human nature and ethics.