Greek · Nature & Environment
γάτα
gáta
Cat
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
A small pet animal; cats are everywhere in Greek islands.
Example
Η γάτα κοιμάται στον ήλιο.
The cat is sleeping in the sun.
Etymology
The word 'γάτα' (gáta) derives from the ancient Greek 'ἀγάτη' (agátē), which referred to a female cat or kitten. The term has evolved phonetically into its modern form.
How & Where It’s Used
'γάτα' is commonly used in informal conversations about pets and animals, and it retains the same form throughout Greek-speaking areas.