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Modern Greek (1453-) Vocabulary → Advanced Vocabulary → Politics and government

In the previous lesson, we covered intermediate vocabulary and grammar topics related to business and economics. Now, let's delve into the fascinating world of politics and government in Greece. This advanced vocabulary lesson will equip you with the necessary words and phrases to discuss political systems, government structures, and the key players in Greek politics. By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of political terms and concepts in Modern Greek.

Political Systems[edit | edit source]

Greece is a parliamentary republic, which means that the country is governed by a system in which the executive power is vested in the Prime Minister, while the legislative power is exercised by the Parliament. Here are some key terms related to political systems:

  • Πολιτεία (politeia) - State
  • Δημοκρατία (dimokratía) - Democracy
  • Μοναρχία (monarchía) - Monarchy
  • Δικτατορία (diktatoría) - Dictatorship
  • Απολυταρχία (apolitharchía) - Autocracy
  • Σοσιαλισμός (Solialismós) - Socialism
  • Κομμουνισμός (komounismós) - Communism

Government Structures[edit | edit source]

Understanding the different branches and levels of government is essential to grasp the political landscape of Greece. Here are some terms related to government structures:

Executive Branch[edit | edit source]

The executive branch is responsible for implementing and enforcing laws. In Greece, the President is the head of state, while the Prime Minister is the head of government. Some relevant vocabulary includes:

  • Πρόεδρος (próedros) - President
  • Πρωθυπουργός (prothýpouros) - Prime Minister
  • Υπουργείο (ypourgeío) - Ministry
  • Υπουργός (ypourgós) - Minister
  • Κυβέρνηση (kivernísi) - Government

Legislative Branch[edit | edit source]

The legislative branch is responsible for creating and passing laws. In Greece, the Parliament is the highest legislative authority. Here are some relevant terms:

  • Κόμμα (kómma) - Political party
  • Κοινοβούλιο (kinovoulío) - Parliament
  • Βουλευτής (vouleftis) - Member of Parliament
  • Νομοσχέδιο (nomoschédio) - Bill
  • Ψηφοφορία (psifoforía) - Voting

Judicial Branch[edit | edit source]

The judicial branch is responsible for interpreting and applying the law. Here are some terms related to the judicial system in Greece:

  • Δικαστής (dikástis) - Judge
  • Ανώτατο Δικαστήριο (ánóto dikastirío) - Supreme Court
  • Δικαστήριο (dikastirío) - Court
  • Δίκη (dikástima) - Trial
  • Νομική εκπροσώπηση (Nomikí ekprosópisi) - Legal representation

Key Political Players[edit | edit source]

To fully understand politics and government in Greece, it's important to know the key political players and their roles. Here are some terms related to individuals and organizations in Greek politics:

  • Πολιτικός (politikós) - Politician
  • Κόμματα (kómmata) - Political parties
  • Κόμμα (Kómma) - Party
  • Αριστερά (aristerá) - Left
  • Δεξιά (dexiá) - Right
  • Κοινοβούλιο (kinovoulío) - Parliament
  • Εκλογές (eklogés) - Elections

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have completed the advanced vocabulary lesson on politics and government in Greece. You are now equipped with the necessary vocabulary to discuss political systems, government structures, and key political players in Modern Greek. In the next lesson, we will explore vocabulary related to science and technology. Keep up the great work!



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