Greek · Travel & Places
χάρτης
chártis
Map
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
A drawing showing streets, cities, or countries.
Example
Κοιτάζω τον χάρτη στο κινητό.
I look at the map on my phone.
Etymology
'χάρτης' (chártis) has its roots in the ancient Greek word for 'map' and is closely related to the Latin 'carta', which means paper. It has retained its usage throughout history as a depiction of geographical areas.
How & Where It’s Used
'χάρτης' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, ranging from informal conversations to formal educational settings, and is understood throughout Greece with little variation.