Greek · Food & Drink
γάλα
gála
Milk
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A white drink produced by cows or goats.
Example
Το παιδί πίνει γάλα κάθε βράδυ.
The child drinks milk every evening.
Etymology
'γάλα' (gála) has its roots in the Ancient Greek word 'γάλα' (gala), which means milk, tracing back to Proto-Indo-European language origins that illustrate its importance in early diets.
How & Where It’s Used
'γάλα' is utilized in both written and spoken contexts in informal settings, as well as in formal culinary literature across Greece, reflecting its significance as a staple food.