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υπό
under /iˈpo/
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Also: below, beneath
Example sentences
Ο σκύλος είναι υπό το τραπέζι.
The dog is under the table.
Η μπάλα είναι υπό το κρεβάτι.
The ball is under the bed.
Το βιβλίο είναι υπό την καρέκλα.
The book is under the chair.
Η γάτα κοιμάται υπό τον ήλιο.
The cat is sleeping under the sun.
Πρέπει να βάλουμε την τσάντα υπό την καρέκλα.
We need to put the bag under the chair.
Η συμφωνία είναι υπό εξέταση από την επιτροπή.
The agreement is under review by the committee.
Word family
Etymology
The Modern Greek word "υπό" meaning "under" originates from Ancient Greek "ὑπό" (hypó), which also meant "under" or "below". This term was used to denote physical position as well as metaphorical subordination or inferiority. It has been retained in Modern Greek with the same core meanings.
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