Greek Alphabet

This page presents a detailed overview of the Greek alphabet, providing both the uppercase and lowercase forms of each letter along with their names and pronunciations in English.

The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters, each with its own unique name and sound. This table is an invaluable resource for students studying Ancient Greek, mathematics, or sciences where Greek letters are frequently used.

Definition: The Greek alphabet is the script that has been used to write the Greek language since the late 9th or early 8th century BC.

The table is organized as follows:

1. The Greek letter in lowercase
2. The Greek letter in uppercase
3. The name of the letter in English
4. The pronunciation guide (not provided in the image, but typically included in such resources)

Example: The first letter of the Greek alphabet is 'α' (lowercase) or 'Α' (uppercase), named 'alpha' and pronounced 'al-fuh'.

Highlight: Many Greek letters are used in mathematics and sciences to represent various concepts. For instance, π (pi) is used to represent the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter.

Some notable letters and their uses include:

Vocabulary:

• Delta (Δ): Often used to represent change or difference in mathematical equations.
• Sigma (Σ): Used in mathematics to represent summation.
• Omega (Ω): The last letter of the Greek alphabet, often used to represent electrical resistance in physics.

Quote: "The Greek alphabet has been used to write the Greek language since the late ninth or early eighth century BC. It is derived from the earlier Phoenician alphabet, and was the first alphabetic script to have distinct letters for vowels as well as consonants." - This quote, while not directly from the image, is a common description of the Greek alphabet's origins and significance.

This comprehensive guide to the Greek alphabet is an essential tool for anyone studying classical languages, mathematics, or sciences where Greek symbols are frequently encountered.