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English - Greek
Black
blæk
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
μαύρος (mávros), μαύρο (mávro), σκοτεινός (skoteinós), καταστροφικός (katastrofikós), μαύρη αγορά (mávri agorá)
Black meanings in Greek
μαύρος (mávros)
Example:
The cat is black.
Η γάτα είναι μαύρη.
He wore a black suit.
Φ wore a μαύρο κοστούμι.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Describing color, clothing, or animals.
Note: The word 'μαύρος' is used for objects, animals, and clothing. It's a common adjective in everyday conversation.
μαύρο (mávro)
Example:
The color black is my favorite.
Το χρώμα μαύρο είναι το αγαπημένο μου.
I prefer black coffee.
Προτιμώ μαύρο καφέ.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Talking about colors in general or preferences.
Note: 'Μαύρο' is the neuter form of 'μαύρος', often used when referring to colors or abstract concepts.
σκοτεινός (skoteinós)
Example:
The room was dark and black.
Το δωμάτιο ήταν σκοτεινό και μαύρο.
The night sky is black.
Ο νυχτερινός ουρανός είναι σκοτεινός.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Describing darkness or lack of light.
Note: 'Σκοτεινός' emphasizes darkness and can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
καταστροφικός (katastrofikós)
Example:
He made a black mark on his record.
Έκανε μια καταστροφική σημείωση στο αρχείο του.
The scandal left a black mark on her career.
Το σκάνδαλο άφησε μια καταστροφική σημείωση στην καριέρα της.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Describing something negative or harmful.
Note: In this context, 'καταστροφικός' refers to something that has a damaging or negative effect.
μαύρη αγορά (mávri agorá)
Example:
He was caught dealing in the black market.
Πιάστηκε να διακινεί στη μαύρη αγορά.
The black market thrives in times of crisis.
Η μαύρη αγορά ανθεί σε περιόδους κρίσης.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Referring to illegal trade or activities.
Note: 'Μαύρη αγορά' specifically refers to the illegal market, often used in discussions about economics or crime.
Black's synonyms
dark
Dark refers to a lack of light or brightness, similar to black, but can also encompass shades that are not necessarily black, such as deep shades of other colors.
Example: The room was painted in a dark color.
Note: Dark can be used to describe a range of colors that are not necessarily black, while black specifically refers to the darkest color.
ebony
Ebony is a deep, lustrous black color that is often associated with elegance and luxury.
Example: The table was made of polished ebony wood.
Note: Ebony specifically refers to a rich, black color with a shiny or polished appearance.
sable
Sable is a dark, black color that is often used to describe fur or luxurious fabrics.
Example: She wore a sable coat to the event.
Note: Sable is typically associated with luxurious materials like fur, while black is a more general term for the darkest color.
inky
Inky describes a deep, dark black color that resembles the color of ink.
Example: The artist used inky black paint for the night sky.
Note: Inky specifically refers to a black color reminiscent of ink, while black is a more general term.
Black expressions, common phrases
Black and white
This phrase refers to a situation or issue that is clear-cut, with no ambiguity or middle ground.
Example: Life isn't always black and white; there are many gray areas.
Note: The original word 'black' symbolizes darkness or the absence of light, while 'black and white' refers to clarity or simplicity.
Black sheep
This phrase refers to a person who is considered a disgrace or embarrassment to their family or group.
Example: John is the black sheep of the family; he's always causing trouble.
Note: The original word 'black' signifies negativity or something undesirable, while 'black sheep' specifically denotes a person's reputation within a group.
Blackout
This phrase refers to a sudden and complete loss of light or power.
Example: During the storm, there was a blackout, and we were left without electricity for hours.
Note: The original word 'black' signifies darkness, while 'blackout' refers to the event of losing power or light.
Black market
This phrase refers to the illegal buying and selling of goods, often evading government regulations.
Example: Some goods are only available on the black market, and they can be illegal to purchase.
Note: The original word 'black' connotes negativity, while 'black market' specifically refers to illegal or underground trading.
Blacklist
This phrase refers to a list of people or things that are officially banned or excluded.
Example: If you violate company policy, you may be added to the blacklist and not allowed to work here again.
Note: The original word 'black' implies something negative, while 'blacklist' refers to a list of banned entities.
Black tie
This phrase refers to a formal dress code that typically requires men to wear tuxedos and women to wear elegant evening gowns.
Example: The invitation says it's a black-tie event, so make sure to wear a tuxedo.
Note: The original word 'black' signifies the color, while 'black tie' refers to a specific dress code for formal occasions.
Black eye
This phrase refers to discoloration or bruising around the eye due to injury or impact.
Example: He got into a fight and ended up with a black eye.
Note: The original word 'black' signifies the color, while 'black eye' specifically refers to a physical injury.
Blackmail
This phrase refers to the act of demanding money or other benefits from someone in exchange for not revealing compromising information about them.
Example: The criminal threatened to blackmail the politician if he didn't comply with his demands.
Note: The original word 'black' connotes negativity, while 'blackmail' refers to a form of extortion using threats.
Black everyday (slang) expressions
Black magic
The use of supernatural powers for evil and selfish purposes.
Example: She believes in the power of black magic.
Note: Black magic involves occult practices, not the color black itself.
Black belt
An expert level of qualification in martial arts.
Example: She's a black belt in Karate.
Note: Black belt represents achievement and expertise, not related to the color black.
Black ops
Covert or clandestine operations conducted by a government, military, or intelligence agency.
Example: The mission was a black ops carried out by special forces.
Note: Black ops refers to secret operations, not directly linked to the color black.
Black - Examples
The cat's fur is black.
Το τρίχωμα της γάτας είναι μαύρο.
The room was pitch black.
Το δωμάτιο ήταν κατάμαυρο.
The news put her in a black mood.
Τα νέα την έβαλαν σε μαύρη διάθεση.
Black grammar
Black - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: black
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): blacker
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): blackest
Adjective (Adjective): black
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): blacks, black
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): black
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): blacked
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): blacking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): blacks
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): black
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): black
Syllables, Separation and Stress
black Contains 1 syllables: black
Phonetic transcription: ˈblak
black , ˈblak (The red syllable is stressed)
Black - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
black: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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