φαίνω

Ancient Greek

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) I cause to appear, bring to light; I show, uncover, reveal
  • (intransitive) I shine, give light
  • (passive) I appear; I shine

Etymology

Inherited from Proto-Hellenic *pʰáňňō derived from Proto-Indo-European *bʰh₂nyéti, *bʰeh₂- (speak, shine, say, glow).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*bʰeh₂-

Gloss

speak, shine, say, glow

Concept
Semantic Field

Speech and language

Ontological Category

Action/Process

Kanji

Emoji
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