penitentiary in Greek

penitentiary in Greek is σωφρονιστικός, κρατητήριο, σωφρονιστήριο — penitentiary means a state or federal prison, especially one for people convicted of serious crimes.

penitentiary in Greek

σωφρονιστικός

adj

Pronounced: sofronistikos

Of or relating to the punishment of criminals.

κρατητήριο

noun

Pronounced: kratitirio

(chiefly, US) A state or federal prison for convicted felons; (broadly) a prison.

σωφρονιστήριο

noun

Pronounced: sofronistirio

(chiefly, US) A state or federal prison for convicted felons; (broadly) a prison.

What does "penitentiary" mean?

noun A state or federal prison, especially one for people convicted of serious crimes.
"He was sentenced to ten years in the state penitentiary."
adj Relating to punishment of criminals or to prisons.
"The state overhauled its penitentiary system after years of overcrowding."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

penitentiary in a sentence

He was sentenced to ten years in the state penitentiary.
The penitentiary sits on the edge of town, ringed by high fences.
The state overhauled its penitentiary system after years of overcrowding.

Similar words in Greek

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Common Greek translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "penitentiary" in Greek?

"penitentiary" in Greek is σωφρονιστικός, κρατητήριο, σωφρονιστήριο. penitentiary means: A state or federal prison, especially one for people convicted of serious crimes.

How do you pronounce σωφρονιστικός?

"penitentiary" in Greek is σωφρονιστικός, pronounced "sofronistikos".

How do you use "penitentiary" in a sentence?

Example: "He was sentenced to ten years in the state penitentiary." In Greek, "penitentiary" is σωφρονιστικός, κρατητήριο, σωφρονιστήριο.

Are there other ways to say "penitentiary" in Greek?

Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "penitentiary": σωφρονιστικός, κρατητήριο, σωφρονιστήριο.

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