Greek · Adjectives

όμορφος

ómorfos

Beautiful

Beginneradjective

Definition

Very pleasing to look at.

Example

Τι όμορφη θέα!

What a beautiful view!

Etymology

'Όμορφος' (ómorfos) has its origins in the ancient Greek term for 'beautiful', derived from 'ὅμορφος', which combined meanings of shape and harmony.

How & Where It’s Used

'Όμορφος' is often used descriptively in both spoken and written contexts, applicable in both informal and formal registers.

Literary Heritage

Commonly used in poetry and songs to convey beauty, reflecting cultural values in aesthetics throughout literature.

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