Άγιος Βασίλης

Greek

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Μέγας Βασίλειος (Mégas Basíleios) or Άγιος Βασίλειος (Ágios Basíleios) (both referring to Basil of Caesarea).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈa.ʝi.ɔs va.ˈsi.lis/

Proper noun

Άγιος Βασίλης (Ágios Vasílis) m

  1. Santa Claus, Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, Saint Nicholas, Santa
    • Greek traditional Christmas song, Κάλαντα Πρωτοχρονιάς
      Άγιος Βασίλης έρχεται
      κι όλους μας καταδέχεται
      Santa Claus is coming
      and condescends to all of us

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