Greek · Daily Life
κρεβάτι
kreváti
Bed
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A piece of furniture for sleeping.
Example
Πάω για ύπνο πριν τα μεσάνυχτα.
I go to bed before midnight.
Etymology
'Κρεβάτι' (kreváti) comes from the ancient Greek word 'κλίνη' (klínē) denoting a bed, which focused on the idea of reclining or resting. It reflects the evolution of sleeping arrangements through time.
How & Where It’s Used
'Κρεβάτι' can be used in both formal and informal settings, found in spoken conversations and written texts discussing domestic life.