No. 22 in Greek
ενώ
The Greek word "ενώ" means "while" or "whereas."
In a sentence
Ενώ διάβαζε βιβλίο, άκουγε μουσική.
While reading a book, she was listening to music.
Conjunction to indicate simultaneous actions.
Μου αρέσει αυτό το τραπέζι, ενώ ο αδερφός μου το προτιμάει άλλο.
I like this table, whereas my brother prefers another.
Conjunction to contrast different preferences.
Ενώ μου αρέσει η ιδέα, νομίζω ότι πρέπει να την επεξεργαστούμε περισσότερο.
Although I like the idea, I think we need to develop it further.
Conjunction to express concession or contrast.
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