παῖς
[pâi̯s]
noun
LanguageAncient Greek
Meaning- child
- slave
- servant
- A young person who is not yet an adult. It can also refer to a person who serves another, such as a slave.
ὁ παῖς ἐν τῷ ἀγρῷ παίζει.
The child is playing in the field.
Pronunciationpâi̯s
Part of speechnoun
Usage noteThis word is often used to address someone younger or a social inferior regardless of age.
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