Santorini
What is another word for Santorini? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A volcanic island in the Cyclades group in Greece, famous for its whitewashed clifftop villages and sunsets.
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Etymology
From Greek Santorini, ultimately from Medieval Latin "Santa Irini" ("Saint Irene"), after the patron saint of a local church built under the Latin Empire.
Full origin of Santorini →Frequently asked questions
What does “Santorini” mean?
The word “Santorini” means a volcanic island in the Cyclades group in Greece, famous for its whitewashed clifftop villages and sunsets. In plain terms, a famous Greek island shaped by an ancient volcanic eruption.
How do you pronounce “Santorini”?
“Santorini” is pronounced santo-REE-nih (/ˌsæntəˈɹini/ in IPA).
How do you use “Santorini” in a sentence?
Here is “Santorini” used in a sentence: “They spent their honeymoon watching the sunset from a cliffside terrace in Santorini.”
What part of speech is “Santorini”?
“Santorini” is a name.
Where does the word “Santorini” come from?
The word “Santorini” comes from Medieval Latin. From Greek Santorini, ultimately from Medieval Latin "Santa Irini" ("Saint Irene"), after the patron saint of a local church built under the Latin Empire.
Related words
Santoríni
