βάρος

This is the 225th most frequent Greek word.

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βάρος

The Greek word "βάρος" means "weight" in English.


'βάρος' is used in the sense of physical weight or heaviness.

Το βάρος του σακιδίου ήταν πολύ μεγάλο.

The weight of the backpack was very heavy.


'βάρος' here represents a metaphorical burden or responsibility.

Είναι μεγάλο βάρος να έχω τόση ευθύνη.

It is a great burden to have so much responsibility.


In this sentence, 'βάρος' is used metaphorically to signify the weight or importance of a decision.

Πρέπει να σηκώσουμε το βάρος της απόφασης.

We must bear the weight of the decision.