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δύναμη
power /ˈðina.mi/
nounA1#210 most common
Also: strength, force
Example sentences
Η δύναμη είναι σημαντική για την επιτυχία.
Power is important for success.
Έχει μεγάλη δύναμη και μπορεί να βοηθήσει τους άλλους.
He has great power and can help others.
Η δύναμη της φύσης μπορεί να είναι καταστροφική.
The power of nature can be destructive.
Πρέπει να χρησιμοποιούμε τη δύναμή μας με σοφία.
We must use our power wisely.
Η δύναμη του μυαλού είναι εξίσου σημαντική με τη σωματική δύναμη.
The power of the mind is just as important as physical strength.
Η κυβέρνηση έχει τη δύναμη να αλλάξει τους νόμους.
The government has the power to change the laws.
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | δύναμη | δυνάμεις |
| Genitive | δύναμης | δυνάμεων |
| Accusative | δύναμη | δυνάμεις |
| Vocative | δύναμη | δυνάμεις |
Word family
Etymology
The Modern Greek word 'δύναμη' derives from the Ancient Greek 'δύναμις', which means 'power, strength, ability'. This term has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European root '*dyeu-', meaning 'to shine' or 'to be strong'.
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