άδεια

This is the 765th most frequent Greek word.


άδεια

"Άδεια" in English means "permission" or "license."


In this sentence, 'άδεια' means 'leave' or 'permission,' indicating a break or authorized absence from work.

Πήρα άδεια από τη δουλειά σήμερα.

I took leave from work today.


Here, 'άδεια' translates to 'empty,' describing a state where the room lacked occupants or contents.

Η αίθουσα ήταν άδεια όταν έφτασα.

The room was empty when I arrived.


In this context, 'άδεια' refers to 'permission,' representing consent to perform an action.

Ζήτησα άδεια να κάνω μια ερώτηση.

I asked for permission to ask a question.