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No. 6 in Greek

η

The Greek word "η" is the feminine singular definite article, meaning "the." It can also represent the lowercase letter "eta" in the Greek alphabet.

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  • Η γάτα κοιμάται στον καναπέ.

    The cat is sleeping on the sofa.

    In this sentence, 'η' is used as the definite article for a feminine singular noun.

  • Ας συναντηθούμε στις η ώρα.

    Let's meet at seven o'clock.

    Here, 'η ώρα' refers to 'the hour' and is used specifically when telling time in Greek.

  • Η αγάπη είναι σημαντική στη ζωή.

    Love is important in life.

    In this instance, 'η' serves as the definite article for the feminine abstract noun representing 'love.'

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