Παρά — meaning in English

English meaning

• although conj Despite the fact that; used to introduce a contrast or concession.
• despite preposition Without being prevented by; even though something might suggest otherwise.
• of prep Used to show that something belongs to, or is a part of, something else.
• para noun A former small unit of currency used in parts of the Ottoman Empire, Turkey, and the Balkans.
• to particle Used before a verb to form the infinitive.

Senses

Παρά is used for these senses in English:

• Pará A state of the North Region, Brazil. Capital: Belém.
• although But, except.
• of Used to introduce the "subjective genitive"; following a noun to form the head of a postmodifying noun phrase (see also 'Possession' senses below). [from 13th c.]
• to (time) Preceding (the stated hour).

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