8 Surprising Facts About the Greek Language

While it is difficult to determine the exact number of words in any language, Greek is often cited as having one of the richest vocabularies. Estimates suggest Greek has over 5 million words and word forms. 

This abundance reflects its long history and adaptability, with terms for philosophy, science, and the arts that have been borrowed into numerous other languages. For example, words like “democracy” (δημοκρατία) and “physics” (φυσική) are rooted in ancient Greek.