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ποιος

poios

Who; which

Beginnerpronoun

Definition

Used to ask about people or choices.

Example

Ποιος είναι εκεί;

Who is there?

Etymology

'Ποιος' (poios) comes from the Ancient Greek πούς (pous), with its question-forming nature being consistent throughout Greek history.

How & Where It’s Used

Used primarily in spoken language, 'ποιος' is informal and commonly utilized across various regions. It appears in written contexts, including literature and journalism.

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