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βυθός
depth /viˈθos/
nounC1#5803 most common
Also: bottom, abyss
Example sentences
Ο βυθός της θάλασσας είναι πολύ βαθύς.
The depth of the sea is very deep.
Κολυμπάω στον βυθό του ποταμού.
I swim in the depth of the river.
Ο βυθός του ωκεανού κρύβει πολλά μυστικά.
The depth of the ocean hides many secrets.
Πρέπει να μετρήσουμε τον βυθό της λίμνης.
We need to measure the depth of the lake.
Ο βυθός είναι γεμάτος με όμορφα ψάρια.
The depth is filled with beautiful fish.
Η εξερεύνηση του βυθού απαιτεί ειδικό εξοπλισμό.
Exploring the depth requires special equipment.
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | βυθός | βυθοί |
| Genitive | βυθού | βυθών |
| Accusative | βυθό | βυθούς |
| Vocative | βυθέ | βυθοί |
Word family
Etymology
The Modern Greek word 'βυθός' refers to the concept of depth, particularly in relation to water bodies. Its etymology can be traced back to ancient Greek and further to Proto-Indo-European roots, reflecting a long-standing connection to the idea of being low or deep.
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