κυρίαρχος
having supreme power
κυρίαρχος 30 सेकंड में
- Kuriarchos means sovereign or dominant.
- It combines 'kyrios' (lord) and 'archo' (rule).
- Used for states, ideas, genes, and personalities.
- Essential for B2+ political and academic Greek.
The Greek word κυρίαρχος is a powerful adjective that translates to 'sovereign,' 'dominant,' or 'supreme.' It is a compound word derived from κύριος (kyrios), meaning 'lord' or 'master,' and άρχω (archo), meaning 'to rule' or 'to lead.' When you describe someone or something as κυρίαρχος, you are indicating that they possess the highest level of authority or influence in a specific context. In the realm of politics, it refers to a state's independence and self-governing nature. In a social or psychological context, it describes a dominant personality or a prevailing idea that overshadows others.
- Political Sovereignty
- In international law, a κυρίαρχο κράτος is a sovereign state that has the right to manage its own affairs without external interference. This is the most formal use of the word.
- Dominant Ideology
- When an idea or belief system is the most influential in a society, it is called the κυρίαρχη ιδεολογία. It represents the 'mainstream' view that dictates social norms.
Η Ελλάδα είναι ένα κυρίαρχο κράτος με μακρά ιστορία. (Greece is a sovereign state with a long history.)
Beyond politics, you will hear this word in sports and competition. A team that dominates the league is described as κυρίαρχη. It implies not just winning, but doing so with such ease and authority that no opponent can truly challenge them. It is also used in aesthetics and design to describe a 'dominant' color or theme in a piece of art. If a room is mostly blue, blue is the κυρίαρχο χρώμα.
Το κυρίαρχο αίσθημα στην αίθουσα ήταν η αισιοδοξία. (The dominant feeling in the room was optimism.)
- Psychological Dominance
- In personality studies, a person who takes charge and exerts influence over others is described as having a κυρίαρχη προσωπικότητα.
Ο πατέρας του είχε μια κυρίαρχη παρουσία που γέμιζε τον χώρο. (His father had a dominant presence that filled the space.)
Finally, the word is used in economics to describe market leaders. A company that holds the largest market share is the κυρίαρχη εταιρεία in its sector. This usage highlights the power to set trends and prices, effectively 'ruling' the market environment. Understanding κυρίαρχος allows you to discuss power dynamics across history, science, and daily life with precision.
Using κυρίαρχος correctly requires attention to its grammatical role as a three-termination adjective. It follows the standard second declension for the masculine and neuter, and the first declension for the feminine. Its placement is typically attributive (before the noun) or predicative (after a linking verb like 'to be'). Because it carries a strong emotional and professional weight, it is rarely used in casual, slangy conversations, but rather in discussions about politics, art, sports, and formal analysis.
- Attributive Usage
- When placed before a noun, it defines a permanent or significant quality. For example, ο κυρίαρχος λαός (the sovereign people) is a common phrase in democratic discourse.
Η κυρίαρχη άποψη στην επιστήμη σήμερα είναι ότι το κλίμα αλλάζει. (The dominant view in science today is that the climate is changing.)
In more abstract contexts, κυρίαρχος helps identify the primary element of a complex situation. If you are analyzing a book, you might talk about the κυρίαρχο θέμα (the dominant theme). This helps your audience understand what is most important among many competing factors. It is also common in technical descriptions, such as 'the dominant gene' in biology (το κυρίαρχο γονίδιο).
Ο βασιλιάς ήταν ο απόλυτος κυρίαρχος της χώρας. (The king was the absolute sovereign of the country.)
- Predicative Usage
- When used after 'είναι' (is) or 'γίνεται' (becomes), it describes a state of being. Example: Το μπλε είναι κυρίαρχο στον πίνακα (Blue is dominant in the painting).
When talking about emotions, κυρίαρχος describes feelings that overwhelm all others. If someone is very angry, you might say ο θυμός ήταν το κυρίαρχο συναίσθημα. This implies that while they might have felt other things, the anger was the 'ruler' of their emotional state at that moment. This versatility makes it an essential word for B2 learners who wish to express complexity in their descriptions.
If you turn on a Greek news broadcast (like ERT or SKAI), you will inevitably hear κυρίαρχος used in political analysis. Journalists use it to describe the 'sovereign rights' (κυριαρχικά δικαιώματα) of the nation, especially in discussions about maritime borders or international treaties. It is a word that carries the weight of the law and the state. In the parliament (Βουλή), speakers often refer to the κυρίαρχο λαό to emphasize that the ultimate power lies with the citizens.
Η προστασία των κυρίαρχων δικαιωμάτων μας είναι αδιαπραγμάτευτη. (The protection of our sovereign rights is non-negotiable.)
In the business world, financial analysts use the term to describe market leaders. In a report about technology, you might hear about the κυρίαρχη θέση (dominant position) of a tech giant like Google or Apple. Here, the word shifts from legal sovereignty to economic power. Similarly, in sports commentary, if a football team wins the championship five years in a row, the commentator will describe them as the κυρίαρχη δύναμη (dominant force) in the league.
You will also encounter κυρίαρχος in art and literary criticism. A critic might say that 'the κυρίαρχο στοιχείο of this poem is melancholy.' This means that melancholy is the most prominent feature that defines the work. In daily life, while less frequent, you might hear it in a heated debate where someone accuses another of having a κυρίαρχη τάση (a tendency to dominate the conversation).
Στη σημερινή αγορά, η κυρίαρχη τάση είναι η στροφή προς την πράσινη ενέργεια. (In today's market, the dominant trend is the shift toward green energy.)
One of the most common mistakes for English speakers is confusing κυρίαρχος with simpler words like δυνατός (strong) or σημαντικός (important). While a sovereign leader is strong and important, κυρίαρχος specifically implies authority and a lack of subordination. Don't use it just to mean 'very good' or 'powerful' in a physical sense. It is about hierarchy and influence.
- Confusion with 'Επικρατής'
- Learners often mix this up with επικρατής (prevailing). While similar, επικρατής is often used for things that are winning right now (like a prevailing weather condition), whereas κυρίαρχος implies a more stable, systemic power.
Another mistake is grammatical: failing to decline the adjective correctly. Because it ends in -ος, some learners treat it as masculine even when modifying a feminine noun like ιδεολογία. Remember: η κυρίαρχη ιδεολογία, not η κυρίαρχος ιδεολογία. However, in very formal or archaic Greek, you might occasionally see the masculine form used for both genders, but in modern standard Greek, you should follow the gender of the noun.
Λάθος: Είναι ο κυρίαρχος παίκτης γιατί είναι ψηλός. (Wrong: He is the dominant player because he is tall.) Σωστό: Είναι ο κυρίαρχος παίκτης γιατί ελέγχει τον ρυθμό του παιχνιδιού. (Right: He is the dominant player because he controls the pace of the game.)
Finally, be careful with the stress. The accent is on the 'i' (κυ-ρί-αρ-χος). Placing the stress elsewhere can make the word unrecognizable or sound like a different root. Practice the rhythmic flow of the four syllables to ensure you sound natural when using this high-level vocabulary.
Greek has several words that touch upon the concept of dominance and power. Choosing the right one depends on whether you are talking about politics, biology, or social influence. Κυρίαρχος is the most 'stately' and 'absolute' of these terms.
- Επικρατής (Epikratis)
- Meaning 'prevailing' or 'predominant.' Use this for things that are currently more common or successful, like a prevailing opinion or a dominant gene in a specific population.
- Ηγεμονικός (Hegemonikos)
- Meaning 'hegemonic.' This is even more formal than κυρίαρχος and often has a negative connotation of empire-building or forced influence.
- Δεσπόζων (Despozon)
- Meaning 'commanding' or 'towering.' Often used for physical things, like a building that 'commands' the view of a city (δεσπόζουσα θέση).
Η κυρίαρχη τάση είναι η παγκοσμιοποίηση, αλλά υπάρχουν και αντίρροπες δυνάμεις. (The dominant trend is globalization, but there are also opposing forces.)
If you want to say someone is just 'in charge,' you might use υπεύθυνος (responsible) or επικεφαλής (head/leader). Κυρίαρχος is reserved for when that leadership is absolute or defines the entire system. In biology, while κυρίαρχος is used for 'dominant' genes, υπολειπόμενος (recessive) is its direct antonym. Understanding these nuances helps you transition from basic Greek to the sophisticated level required for academic or professional success.
How Formal Is It?
"Το κυρίαρχο κράτος οφείλει να προστατεύει τους πολίτες του."
"Το μπλε είναι το κυρίαρχο χρώμα σε αυτό το δωμάτιο."
"Νιώθω κυρίαρχος του παιχνιδιού σήμερα!"
"Το λιοντάρι είναι ο κυρίαρχος της ζούγκλας."
"Είναι ο κυρίαρχος εδώ μέσα, όλοι τον ακούνε."
रोचक तथ्य
The root 'arch' is found in many English words like 'monarchy,' 'architect,' and 'archbishop,' all relating to being first or in control. The word 'Kyrie Eleison' (Lord have mercy) uses the same root 'kyrios.'
उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका
- Stressing the first syllable (KY-ri-ar-chos).
- Pronouncing 'ch' as a hard 'k' (ky-ri-ar-kos).
- Failing to pronounce the 'i' clearly.
- Making the 'r' too heavy like an English 'r'.
- Dropping the final 's' in the masculine form.
कठिनाई स्तर
Requires understanding of complex noun-adjective agreement in formal texts.
Spelling the 'ch' and 'i' correctly while declining for gender is challenging.
The stress on the second syllable is key for being understood.
Common in news and formal speeches, easy to recognize once the root is known.
आगे क्या सीखें
पूर्वापेक्षाएँ
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Adjective Agreement
Η κυρίαρχη (f) άποψη, το κυρίαρχο (n) θέμα.
Compound Word Stress
Compounds with -αρχος usually stress the antepenultimate or penultimate depending on the root.
Second Declension Adjectives
Follows the pattern of 'καλός' but with a more complex stem.
Substantive Adjectives
Using 'ο κυρίαρχος' as a noun meaning 'the sovereign'.
Formal Gender Usage
In Katharevousa, 'η κυρίαρχος' was sometimes used, but 'η κυρίαρχη' is the modern standard.
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
Ο βασιλιάς είναι ο κυρίαρχος.
The king is the sovereign.
Simple subject-verb-complement structure.
Αυτό είναι το κυρίαρχο χρώμα.
This is the dominant color.
Neuter singular adjective matching 'χρώμα'.
Ποιος είναι ο κυρίαρχος εδώ;
Who is the master here?
Used as a noun in the masculine.
Η κυρίαρχη ομάδα κέρδισε.
The dominant team won.
Feminine singular adjective matching 'ομάδα'.
Είναι ένας κυρίαρχος άντρας.
He is a dominant man.
Masculine singular adjective.
Το κυρίαρχο θέμα είναι ο ήλιος.
The dominant theme is the sun.
Neuter singular adjective.
Είμαστε κυρίαρχοι στο σπίτι μας.
We are masters in our house.
Masculine plural adjective.
Η κυρίαρχη ιδέα είναι απλή.
The dominant idea is simple.
Feminine singular adjective.
Η Ελλάδα είναι ένα κυρίαρχο κράτος.
Greece is a sovereign state.
Standard phrase for sovereignty.
Το κυρίαρχο συναίσθημα ήταν η χαρά.
The dominant feeling was joy.
Adjective modifying an abstract noun.
Αυτή η εταιρεία είναι κυρίαρχη στην αγορά.
This company is dominant in the market.
Predicative use of the feminine adjective.
Ο κυρίαρχος λαός αποφασίζει.
The sovereign people decide.
Political term 'sovereign people'.
Το κυρίαρχο στοιχείο της φύσης είναι το νερό.
The dominant element of nature is water.
Neuter adjective modifying 'στοιχείο'.
Έχει μια κυρίαρχη προσωπικότητα.
He/She has a dominant personality.
Feminine adjective modifying 'προσωπικότητα'.
Το μπλε είναι το κυρίαρχο χρώμα στον ουρανό.
Blue is the dominant color in the sky.
Adjective used with 'είναι'.
Οι κυρίαρχες τάσεις της μόδας αλλάζουν.
The dominant fashion trends change.
Feminine plural adjective.
Το κυρίαρχο ζήτημα της συνάντησης ήταν η οικονομία.
The dominant issue of the meeting was the economy.
Focusing on the most important topic.
Η κυρίαρχη γλώσσα στον κόσμο είναι τα αγγλικά.
The dominant language in the world is English.
Describing linguistic dominance.
Αισθάνεται κυρίαρχος της μοίρας του.
He feels master of his fate.
Metaphorical use as a noun/adjective.
Η κυρίαρχη θρησκεία της χώρας είναι ο Χριστιανισμός.
The dominant religion of the country is Christianity.
Describing cultural dominance.
Πρέπει να προστατεύσουμε τα κυρίαρχα δικαιώματά μας.
We must protect our sovereign rights.
Neuter plural adjective.
Ο φόβος δεν πρέπει να είναι ο κυρίαρχος οδηγός μας.
Fear should not be our dominant guide.
Abstract usage.
Το κυρίαρχο κλίμα στην εταιρεία είναι θετικό.
The dominant atmosphere in the company is positive.
Describing work culture.
Αναζητούμε το κυρίαρχο νόημα του κειμένου.
We are looking for the dominant meaning of the text.
Literary analysis term.
Η κυρίαρχη ιδεολογία του 20ού αιώνα ήταν ο καπιταλισμός.
The dominant ideology of the 20th century was capitalism.
Political science context.
Το κυρίαρχο γονίδιο καθορίζει το χρώμα των ματιών.
The dominant gene determines eye color.
Scientific/Biological context.
Η χώρα ασκεί τα κυρίαρχα δικαιώματά της στην ΑΟΖ.
The country exercises its sovereign rights in the EEZ.
Legal/Geopolitical terminology.
Η κυρίαρχη τάση στην αρχιτεκτονική είναι ο μινιμαλισμός.
The dominant trend in architecture is minimalism.
Describing artistic movements.
Ο κυρίαρχος ρόλος της τεχνολογίας στην εκπαίδευση είναι προφανής.
The dominant role of technology in education is obvious.
Sociological observation.
Η κυρίαρχη άποψη αμφισβητείται από νέες έρευνες.
The dominant view is being challenged by new research.
Academic discourse.
Η κυρίαρχη τάξη κατέχει τον πλούτο.
The dominant class possesses the wealth.
Sociological class analysis.
Το κυρίαρχο αφήγημα της εποχής μας είναι η πρόοδος.
The dominant narrative of our time is progress.
Philosophical/Literary term.
Η λαϊκή κυριαρχία αποτελεί τη βάση του δημοκρατικού πολιτεύματος.
Popular sovereignty forms the basis of the democratic regime.
Noun form 'κυριαρχία' used in constitutional law.
Το κυρίαρχο κράτος δεν δέχεται έξωθεν παρεμβάσεις.
The sovereign state does not accept external interventions.
Formal political statement.
Η κυρίαρχη θέση της εταιρείας οδήγησε σε έρευνα για μονοπώλιο.
The company's dominant position led to a monopoly investigation.
Legal/Economic context.
Ο κυρίαρχος λόγος της εξουσίας συχνά περιهمιοποιεί τις μειονότητες.
The dominant discourse of power often marginalizes minorities.
Sociopolitical analysis.
Η κυρίαρχη αισθητική του έργου είναι ο εξπρεσιονισμός.
The dominant aesthetic of the work is expressionism.
High-level art criticism.
Το κυρίαρχο παράδειγμα στην επιστήμη άλλαξε με τον Αϊνστάιν.
The dominant paradigm in science changed with Einstein.
Philosophy of science term 'paradigm'.
Η κυρίαρχη επιρροή της αρχαίας Ελλάδας είναι ορατή παντού.
The dominant influence of ancient Greece is visible everywhere.
Cultural history context.
Το άτομο πρέπει να είναι κυρίαρχο των επιλογών του.
The individual must be sovereign over their choices.
Existential/Philosophical usage.
Η εκχώρηση κυριαρχικών δικαιωμάτων αποτελεί κρίσιμο εθνικό ζήτημα.
The ceding of sovereign rights constitutes a critical national issue.
Extremely formal diplomatic Greek.
Η κυρίαρχη τάση για απομονωτισμό απειλεί τη διεθνή συνεργασία.
The dominant trend toward isolationism threatens international cooperation.
Geopolitical analysis.
Το κυρίαρχο υποκείμενο της νεωτερικότητας αναζητά την αυτονομία του.
The sovereign subject of modernity seeks its autonomy.
Philosophical/Sociological terminology.
Η κυρίαρχη ερμηνεία του συντάγματος εξελίσσεται με τον χρόνο.
The dominant interpretation of the constitution evolves over time.
Legal hermeneutics.
Ο κυρίαρχος ρόλος του δολαρίου στο διεθνές εμπόριο αμφισβητείται.
The dominant role of the dollar in international trade is being questioned.
Macroeconomic discourse.
Η κυρίαρχη βούληση του νομοθέτη πρέπει να είναι σαφής.
The sovereign will of the legislator must be clear.
Legal theory.
Η κυρίαρχη μορφή ενέργειας στον 21ο αιώνα παραμένει το πετρέλαιο.
The dominant form of energy in the 21st century remains oil.
Global resource analysis.
Η κυρίαρχη κουλτούρα συχνά απορροφά τα υποπροϊόντα της υποκουλτούρας.
The dominant culture often absorbs the byproducts of subculture.
Cultural studies terminology.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
κυρίαρχος του παιχνιδιού
κυρίαρχος των περιστάσεων
κυρίαρχος εαυτού
κυρίαρχη δύναμη
κυρίαρχο αφήγημα
κυρίαρχη κουλτούρα
κυρίαρχη γλώσσα
κυρίαρχη θρησκεία
κυρίαρχη τάξη
κυρίαρχο ρεύμα
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
Means 'main' or 'Mr.', lacks the 'supreme power' nuance.
Means 'prevailing', often used for things that are currently winning.
Means 'strong', refers to physical or general strength, not authority.
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
"κυρίαρχος της μοίρας μου"
I control my own destiny.
Είμαι ο κυρίαρχος της μοίρας μου.
literary"κυρίαρχος του κόσμου"
Someone who thinks they are all-powerful.
Νιώθει κυρίαρχος του κόσμου σήμερα.
informal"κυρίαρχο μάτι"
The eye that a person uses more (in sports or science).
Το δεξί του μάτι είναι το κυρίαρχο.
technical"κυρίαρχη χείρα"
The dominant hand (left or right).
Ποια είναι η κυρίαρχη χείρα σου;
formal"κυρίαρχη σιωπή"
A silence that fills the room and demands attention.
Μια κυρίαρχη σιωπή απλώθηκε στην αίθουσα.
poetic"κυρίαρχος του σκότους"
A title often given to villains or the devil in literature.
Ο κυρίαρχος του σκότους εμφανίστηκε στο όνειρο.
literary"κυρίαρχη λογική"
The logic that dictates a decision.
Η κυρίαρχη λογική πίσω από το νόμο.
formal"κυρίαρχος παλμός"
The main rhythm or vibe of an event.
Ο κυρίαρχος παλμός της διαδήλωσης ήταν η οργή.
neutral"κυρίαρχη μορφή"
The most recognizable figure in a group.
Ήταν η κυρίαρχη μορφή της επανάστασης.
neutral"κυρίαρχο ένστικτο"
The primary instinct driving behavior.
Το κυρίαρχο ένστικτο της επιβίωσης.
neutralआसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
It is the noun form.
κυρίαρχος is the adjective (sovereign), κυριαρχία is the noun (sovereignty).
Η κυριαρχία του κράτους είναι απόλυτη.
It is the verb form.
κυρίαρχος describes a state, κυριαρχώ describes the action of ruling.
Κυριαρχεί σε όλη την περιοχή.
Similar meaning of ruler.
Ηγεμών is an old word for a prince or leader; κυρίαρχος is more modern and abstract.
Ο ηγεμόνας της πόλης.
Means master or bishop.
Δεσπότης has religious or tyrannical connotations; κυρίαρχος is neutral/legal.
Ο δεσπότης της περιοχής.
Similar prefix.
Επικυρίαρχος means a 'suzerain' or someone who has power over another sovereign.
Η αυτοκρατορία ήταν ο επικυρίαρχος των μικρών κρατών.
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
Το [Noun] είναι το κυρίαρχο [Noun].
Το κόκκινο είναι το κυρίαρχο χρώμα.
Ο [Noun] είναι ο κυρίαρχος του [Noun].
Ο βασιλιάς είναι ο κυρίαρχος του κράτους.
Η [Noun] αποτελεί την κυρίαρχη [Noun].
Η δημοκρατία αποτελεί την κυρίαρχη ιδεολογία.
Ασκώ [Adjective] δικαιώματα.
Ασκώ κυριαρχικά δικαιώματα.
Υπό την [Adjective] επιρροή του [Noun].
Υπό την κυρίαρχη επιρροή του διαδικτύου.
Το [Noun] παραμένει το κυρίαρχο στοιχείο.
Το νερό παραμένει το κυρίαρχο στοιχείο.
Η [Noun] της [Noun] είναι αδιαπραγμάτευτη.
Η κυριαρχία της χώρας είναι αδιαπραγμάτευτη.
Ο [Noun] ως κυρίαρχο υποκείμενο.
Ο άνθρωπος ως κυρίαρχο υποκείμενο.
शब्द परिवार
संज्ञा
क्रिया
विशेषण
संबंधित
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
Common in formal writing, news, and academic contexts.
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Using 'κυρίαρχος' for 'main' in casual talk.
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κύριος
In casual talk, use 'κύριος'. 'Κυρίαρχος' is too heavy and formal for saying 'the main reason I'm late'.
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Saying 'η κυρίαρχος άποψη'.
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η κυρίαρχη άποψη
You must use the feminine ending -η for feminine nouns.
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Stressing 'κυρι-ΑΡ-χος'.
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κυ-ΡΙ-αρ-χος
The stress is on the 'i', not the 'a'. Incorrect stress makes the word hard to understand.
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Confusing it with 'επικρατής'.
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κυρίαρχος
Use 'κυρίαρχος' for permanent authority and 'επικρατής' for things that are currently winning or popular.
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Using it to mean 'physically strong'.
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δυνατός
'Κυρίαρχος' is about power and authority, not how much you can lift at the gym.
सुझाव
Gender Matching
Always check the noun gender. 'Κράτος' is neuter, so 'κυρίαρχο'. 'Άποψη' is feminine, so 'κυρίαρχη'. 'Λαός' is masculine, so 'κυρίαρχος'.
Politics First
If you are reading Greek news, 90% of the time this word refers to national sovereignty or rights. It is a very serious word in that context.
Science Tip
In science class, 'κυρίαρχος' is the word for 'dominant' traits. It's an easy way to remember it if you know biology.
The Arch-Lord
Associate 'Archos' with 'Arch' (like Arch-enemy or Architect) and 'Kyri' with 'Kyrios' (Lord). The Arch-Lord is the sovereign.
Four Syllables
Don't rush the word. Ky-ri-ar-chos. Each syllable should be clear, with the weight on the 'ri'.
Describe Art
Use it to describe the main color or theme in a painting. It sounds much more sophisticated than just saying 'the main color'.
Historical Context
When studying the 1821 revolution, look for this word. It defines the goal of the Greek people to be masters of their own land.
Market Leaders
In business Greek, use 'κυρίαρχη θέση' for a company that has a monopoly or a very high market share.
Essay Hook
Starting an essay with 'Το κυρίαρχο ζήτημα είναι...' (The dominant issue is...) is a great way to sound academic.
Formal Speeches
Politicians love this word. They use it to sound patriotic and powerful. Listen for it in speeches during national holidays.
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Think of a 'Kyrios' (Lord) who 'Arches' (Rules) over everyone. He is the KYRI-ARCHOS.
दृश्य संबंध
Imagine a giant golden crown placed over a map of a country. The crown represents the 'κυρίαρχος' power over the land.
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चैलेंज
Try to use 'κυρίαρχος' to describe your favorite sports team and your least favorite household chore in the same paragraph.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Derived from the Ancient Greek compound 'κύριος' (kyrios) + 'ἄρχω' (arkhō). The word 'kyrios' means 'lord' or 'master,' while 'arkho' means 'to begin' or 'to rule.'
मूल अर्थ: The original meaning was 'the master who rules' or 'the supreme leader.'
Indo-European (Hellenic branch).सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
Be careful when using it to describe people; it can imply they are 'bossy' or 'controlling' if used in a personal context.
In English, 'sovereign' is often used for royalty, but in Greek, 'κυρίαρχος' is more common for describing 'dominant' things in science or art.
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वास्तविक संदर्भ
Politics
- κυρίαρχο κράτος
- λαϊκή κυριαρχία
- κυριαρχικά δικαιώματα
- εθνική κυριαρχία
Biology
- κυρίαρχο γονίδιο
- κυρίαρχο είδος
- κυρίαρχο χαρακτηριστικό
- κυρίαρχη φυλή
Art & Design
- κυρίαρχο χρώμα
- κυρίαρχο θέμα
- κυρίαρχη αισθητική
- κυρίαρχο στοιχείο
Business
- κυρίαρχη θέση στην αγορά
- κυρίαρχη εταιρεία
- κυρίαρχη τάση
- κυρίαρχος παίκτης
Psychology
- κυρίαρχη προσωπικότητα
- κυρίαρχο συναίσθημα
- κυρίαρχη συμπεριφορά
- κυρίαρχο ένστικτο
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"Ποιο πιστεύεις ότι είναι το κυρίαρχο πρόβλημα της εποχής μας;"
"Είναι η τεχνολογία ο κυρίαρχος παράγοντας στην καθημερινότητά σου;"
"Ποιο χρώμα είναι κυρίαρχο στη διακόσμηση του σπιτιού σου;"
"Πιστεύεις ότι ο άνθρωπος είναι κυρίαρχος της φύσης ή το αντίθετο;"
"Ποια είναι η κυρίαρχη τάση στη μουσική που ακούς τελευταία;"
डायरी विषय
Περιγράψτε μια στιγμή που νιώσατε κυρίαρχος του εαυτού σας και των αποφάσεών σας.
Ποια είναι η κυρίαρχη ιδεολογία στην κοινωνία σας και πώς σας επηρεάζει;
Αναλύστε το κυρίαρχο θέμα της αγαπημένης σας ταινίας ή ενός βιβλίου.
Πώς ορίζετε ένα κυρίαρχο κράτος στον σύγχρονο παγκοσμιοποιημένο κόσμο;
Ποιο συναίσθημα ήταν κυρίαρχο για εσάς την περασμένη εβδομάδα και γιατί;
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, but it sounds very formal or refers to their personality. Use it to say someone is 'dominant' in a group or 'master' of their field. In casual settings, it might sound a bit dramatic.
Yes. 'Independent' (ανεξάρτητος) means you are not controlled by others. 'Sovereign' (κυρίαρχος) means you have the supreme authority to rule yourself. A state is usually both.
Use it for dominant genes: 'κυρίαρχο γονίδιο'. It is the opposite of 'recessive' (υπολειπόμενο). It explains why certain traits appear more often.
Yes, 'κυρίαρχη'. For example: 'η κυρίαρχη άποψη' (the dominant view). You must match the gender of the noun you are describing.
It translates to 'popular sovereignty.' It is the democratic principle that the people are the source of all political power. It's a key term in Greek civics.
Yes, 'ο κυρίαρχος' means 'the sovereign' or 'the ruler.' Example: 'Ο κυρίαρχος της χώρας' (The ruler of the country).
The stress is on the second syllable: κυ-ΡΙ-αρ-χος. If you move the stress, it sounds wrong to native speakers.
Very often! A team that is much better than others is the 'κυρίαρχη ομάδα'. It implies they control the game entirely.
Not necessarily. It is neutral in law and science. However, if you call a person 'κυρίαρχος,' it might imply they are too controlling.
Synonyms include 'επικρατής' (prevailing), 'ηγεμονικός' (hegemonic), and 'δεσπόζων' (commanding). 'Κυρίαρχος' is the most formal.
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Write a sentence using 'κυρίαρχο κράτος'.
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Translate: 'The dominant color is red.'
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Describe a 'κυρίαρχη προσωπικότητα' in Greek (1 sentence).
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Use 'κυρίαρχη άποψη' in a sentence about the environment.
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Write a sentence using the plural 'κυρίαρχες τάσεις'.
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Explain 'λαϊκή κυριαρχία' in one Greek sentence.
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Translate: 'He is the master of his life.'
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Use 'κυρίαρχο στοιχείο' to describe a room.
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Translate: 'Sovereign rights must be protected.'
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Write a sentence about a 'κυρίαρχη ομάδα'.
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Use 'κυρίαρχος' as a noun in a sentence about history.
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Translate: 'Optimism was the dominant feeling.'
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Write a sentence about 'κυρίαρχα γονίδια'.
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Translate: 'The dominant ideology of the era.'
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Use 'κυρίαρχα' (adverb) in a sentence.
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Translate: 'Market leader.' (using the word position)
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Write a sentence about a 'κυρίαρχη θρησκεία'.
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Translate: 'The dominant narrative is changing.'
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Use 'κυρίαρχος' to describe a lion.
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Translate: 'We are sovereign people.'
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Pronounce 'κυρίαρχος' correctly.
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Say 'sovereign state' in Greek.
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Use 'κυρίαρχος' to describe a leader.
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Talk about a 'dominant feeling' you had today.
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Pronounce the plural feminine: 'κυρίαρχες'.
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Say 'sovereign rights' in Greek.
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Explain what a 'κυρίαρχη εταιρεία' is.
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Say 'popular sovereignty' in Greek.
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Use 'κυρίαρχος' as a noun in a sentence.
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Say 'dominant gene' in Greek.
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Talk about the 'dominant theme' of a movie.
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Say 'I am master of my fate.'
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Pronounce 'κυριαρχία'.
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Say 'the dominant player' in Greek.
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Use 'κυρίαρχος' in a political context.
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Listen to: 'Το κόκκινο είναι το κυρίαρχο χρώμα.' What is the main color?
Listen to: 'Είμαστε ένα κυρίαρχο κράτος.' What kind of state are we?
Listen to: 'Η κυρίαρχη άποψη είναι θετική.' Is the main opinion good?
Listen to: 'Ο φόβος είναι κυρίαρχος.' What is the main feeling?
Listen to: 'Προστατεύουμε τα κυριαρχικά μας δικαιώματα.' What are they protecting?
Listen to: 'Η κυρίαρχη τάση στη μόδα.' What are they talking about?
Listen to: 'Ο κυρίαρχος λαός αποφασίζει.' Who decides?
Listen to: 'Το κυρίαρχο γονίδιο.' What field is this?
Listen to: 'Η κυρίαρχη προσωπικότητα του πατέρα.' Who is being described?
Listen to: 'Το κυρίαρχο θέμα του έργου.' What is being discussed?
Listen to: 'Κατέχει κυρίαρχη θέση.' Is their position weak?
Listen to: 'Η κυρίαρχη θρησκεία της χώρας.' What are they identifying?
Listen to: 'Είναι ο κυρίαρχος του παιχνιδιού.' Who is in control?
Listen to: 'Η λαϊκή κυριαρχία είναι η βάση.' What is the basis of democracy?
Listen to: 'Το κυρίαρχο στοιχείο είναι το ξύλο.' What material is dominant?
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Summary
The word 'κυρίαρχος' is the gold standard for describing absolute power or total dominance. Whether you are talking about a 'κυρίαρχο κράτος' (sovereign state) or a 'κυρίαρχη άποψη' (dominant view), it implies a position that is above all others.
- Kuriarchos means sovereign or dominant.
- It combines 'kyrios' (lord) and 'archo' (rule).
- Used for states, ideas, genes, and personalities.
- Essential for B2+ political and academic Greek.
Gender Matching
Always check the noun gender. 'Κράτος' is neuter, so 'κυρίαρχο'. 'Άποψη' is feminine, so 'κυρίαρχη'. 'Λαός' is masculine, so 'κυρίαρχος'.
Politics First
If you are reading Greek news, 90% of the time this word refers to national sovereignty or rights. It is a very serious word in that context.
Science Tip
In science class, 'κυρίαρχος' is the word for 'dominant' traits. It's an easy way to remember it if you know biology.
The Arch-Lord
Associate 'Archos' with 'Arch' (like Arch-enemy or Architect) and 'Kyri' with 'Kyrios' (Lord). The Arch-Lord is the sovereign.
संबंधित सामग्री
politics के और शब्द
άμυνα
B1defense
ίση
B2equal in quantity or size
αδιαφάνεια
C1अपारदर्शिता, पारदर्शिता की कमी। इसका उपयोग भौतिक वस्तुओं या राजनीतिक प्रक्रियाओं के लिए किया जाता है।
αδικία
B2injustice or unfair treatment
αμφιλεγόμενος
C1controversial or giving rise to disagreement
αναδιανομή
C1redistribution
ανατρέπω
C1to overturn, topple, or subvert
ανατροπή
B2the action of overturning something
αναχαίτιση
C1गतिमान या विकसित हो रही किसी चीज़ को रोकने या बाधित करने की क्रिया; ठहराव या अवरोधन।
ανεξάρτητος
B1Free from outside control