Greek · Food & Drink
ψάρι
psári
Fish
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
An animal that lives in water, eaten as food.
Example
Στο νησί τρώμε φρέσκο ψάρι.
On the island we eat fresh fish.
Etymology
'ψάρι' (psári) derives from the Ancient Greek 'ἰχθῦς' (ichthys), which means fish, although it has evolved linguistically through various dialects and languages, particularly during interactions with Mediterranean cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'ψάρι' is colloquially used in both spoken and written contexts across Greece. It occurs in both informal conversations and formal menus, reflecting the cultural importance of seafood in Greek cuisine.