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The Oddly Greek Origin of Oxford’s Word of the Year 2023
"Rizz" has been crowned the word of the year for 2023 by the Oxford English Dictionary. Outshining contenders like Swiftie, situationship, and de-influencing, "rizz" won the prestigious title.
The competition recognizes words or phrases that have popped up recently and...
Culture
New Dictionary Reveals Common Words in Turkish, Greek-Cypriot Dialects
Although Turkish and Greek Cypriots remain divided by language, a new 3,500-entry dictionary launched this week promises to uncover common words and phrases shared by the island’s two communities.
Backed by the Cypriot government, the new dictionary promises to grab...
Australia
“To Booko”: The Greek-Australian Dictionary of the Greekish Dialect
If you know the difference between chopia (lamb chops) and bootey (a car boot), then chances are you are a hybrid Greek speaker in Australia. As a member of a minority, you may find that you are privy to...