Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sampi
Noun
/ˈsæm.pi/
Definition
Sampi is a letter of the Greek alphabet that was used in certain dialects.
Examples
- The sampi letter was used in ancient texts to denote a specific phonetic sound.
- In some inscriptions, you can find sampi used interchangeably with the letter Sigma.
- The discovery of sampi in archaeological sites helps linguists understand dialectical variations in ancient Greece.
Meaning
Historically, it represented the ‘s’ sound, particularly in the dialect spoken in ancient times.
Synonyms
- None applicable (as a specific letter).
