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χάρη
grace /ˈxa.ri/
nounA1#280 most common
Also: favor, thanks
Example sentences
Η κοπέλα έχει χάρη όταν χορεύει.
The girl has grace when she dances.
Ο δάσκαλος μίλησε για τη χάρη στη ζωή μας.
The teacher spoke about grace in our lives.
Η χάρη της ήταν εμφανής σε κάθε κίνηση.
Her grace was evident in every movement.
Πρέπει να δείχνουμε χάρη στους άλλους.
We should show grace to others.
Η χάρη του θεού μας δίνει ελπίδα.
The grace of God gives us hope.
Με τη χάρη του, όλα είναι δυνατά.
With his grace, everything is possible.
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | χάρη | χάριτες |
| Genitive | χάρης | χαρίτων |
| Accusative | χάρη | χάριτες |
| Vocative | χάρη | χάριτες |
Word family
χαριστικόςgracious
χαρίζωto grant
χάρισμαgift, talent
χαριτωμένοςcharming, graceful
Etymology
The Modern Greek word 'χάρη' meaning 'grace' derives from the Ancient Greek 'χάρις', which referred to favor, goodwill, or beauty. This term has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European language, reflecting a deep connection to concepts of charm and attractiveness.
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