No. 111 in Greek

μάλιστα

Certainly, "μάλιστα" means "certainly," "indeed," or "especially."

In a sentence

Μάλιστα, καταλαβαίνω τι λέτε.
Indeed, I understand what you are saying.
Here, 'μάλιστα' is used to indicate agreement or confirmation, meaning 'indeed'.
Μάλιστα μπορεί να έρθω αύριο, εάν είναι εφικτό.
Perhaps I might come tomorrow, if it is feasible.
In this sentence, 'μάλιστα' is used to suggest a possibility, translating as 'perhaps' here.
Μάλιστα! Είναι πολύ καλή ιδέα.
Certainly! That is a very good idea.
Here, 'μάλιστα' is an exclamation indicating strong agreement or approval, equivalent to 'certainly!'.

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