Greek · Body & Health
χέρι
chéri
Hand; arm
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
The upper limb, covering both hand and arm in everyday speech.
Example
Πλύνε τα χέρια σου πριν το φαγητό.
Wash your hands before the meal.
Etymology
The term 'χέρι' (chéri) traces back to the ancient Greek 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. The evolution has seen minimal phonetic changes, keeping its original meaning intact.
How & Where It’s Used
'χέρι' is utilized in both informal and formal contexts, pertaining to body parts, and is recognized throughout Greece with no regional discrepancies.