Modern Greek
[ˈmɒdərn ˈɡriːk]
noun
grego moderno
1. The Greek language as spoken and written in Greece and Cyprus from the early 19th century to the present day, as distinguished from Ancient Greek or Koine Greek
Modern Greek is the official language of Greece and is spoken by over 13 million people worldwide.
O grego moderno é a língua oficial da Grécia e é falado por mais de 13 milhões de pessoas em todo o mundo.
2. The contemporary form of the Greek language, including its various dialects and the standardized form used in education and media
She is studying Modern Greek at university to prepare for her trip to Athens.
Ela está estudando grego moderno na universidade para se preparar para sua viagem a Atenas.
Modern Greek developed after Greek independence in 1821 and represents the evolution of the language from its ancient roots. In Brazil and Portugal, the term is primarily used in linguistic and educational contexts. The language itself reflects centuries of Ottoman and Byzantine influence, and learning Modern Greek is popular among those interested in Mediterranean culture and heritage.
Related Idioms & Phrases
It's all Greek to me (meaning something is incomprehensible)
Greek fire (referring to an ancient incendiary weapon, but used metaphorically)
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