No. 765 in Greek

άδεια

"Άδεια" in English means "permission" or "license."

In a sentence

Πήρα άδεια από τη δουλειά σήμερα.
I took leave from work today.
In this sentence, 'άδεια' means 'leave' or 'permission,' indicating a break or authorized absence from work.
Η αίθουσα ήταν άδεια όταν έφτασα.
The room was empty when I arrived.
Here, 'άδεια' translates to 'empty,' describing a state where the room lacked occupants or contents.
Ζήτησα άδεια να κάνω μια ερώτηση.
I asked for permission to ask a question.
In this context, 'άδεια' refers to 'permission,' representing consent to perform an action.

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