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πάνω
above /ˈpano/
adverbA1#79 most common
Also: on, over, up
Example sentences
Το βιβλίο είναι πάνω στο τραπέζι.
The book is above the table.
Ο ήλιος λάμπει πάνω από τα βουνά.
The sun shines above the mountains.
Η γάτα κοιμάται πάνω στην καρέκλα.
The cat is sleeping above/on the chair.
Η σημαία κυματίζει πάνω από το κτίριο.
The flag waves above the building.
Πρέπει να βάλεις το πιάτο πάνω στο ράφι.
You need to put the plate above/on the shelf.
Ο δάσκαλος είπε ότι οι μαθητές πρέπει να διαβάσουν το μάθημα πάνω από όλα.
The teacher said that the students must prioritize studying above all.
Word family
Etymology
The Modern Greek word 'πάνω' meaning 'above' derives from the Ancient Greek 'πάνω' (pánō), which also means 'above' or 'upon'. This term has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European language, reflecting a long-standing concept of elevation or position.
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