Greek · Work & Business
συνάδελφος
synádelfos
Colleague
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A person you work with.
Example
Οι συνάδελφοί μου είναι ευγενικοί.
My colleagues are kind.
Etymology
'Συνάδελφος' (synádelfos) derives from the combination of 'σύν' (syn, meaning with) and 'ἀδελφός' (adelphos, meaning brother), historically emphasizing fellowship among colleagues.
How & Where It’s Used
'Συνάδελφος' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in professional and workplace discussions. It is understood universally in Greece.