Demotic
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通俗希腊语, 民间希腊语
the everyday spoken form of modern Greek, as opposed to its formal or literary varieties
例子
Many Greek novels are written in the demotic rather than in formal Katharevousa.
许多希腊小说是用通俗语而不是正式的卡萨雷武萨语写的。
She learned classical Greek in school but spoke the demotic with her friends.
她在学校学习了古典希腊语，但与朋友交谈时说的是通俗希腊语。
02
世俗体, 世俗体文字
an ancient Egyptian script derived from hieratic, used for daily purposes such as letters and records
例子
The scribes recorded trade agreements in demotic script for speed and clarity.
抄写员使用世俗体文字记录贸易协议，以追求速度和清晰度。
The Rosetta Stone is inscribed with hieroglyphics, demotic, and ancient Greek.
罗塞塔石碑上刻有象形文字、世俗体和古希腊语。
demotic
01
通俗希腊语的, 口语的
relating to or written in the everyday, spoken form of modern Greek
例子
The novel 's dialogue is entirely in demotic Greek, making it accessible to all.
这部小说的对话完全使用通俗希腊语，使其对所有人都易于理解。
She gave a speech in demotic Greek so the audience could connect easily.
她用通俗希腊语发表了演讲，以便听众能够轻松理解。
02
通俗的, 大众化的
intended for or relating to ordinary people; popular or accessible in style
例子
The comedian 's demotic humor resonated with audiences across the country.
这位喜剧演员的通俗幽默在全国观众中引起了共鸣。
His demotic manner of speaking helped him win public trust.
他通俗的说话方式帮助他赢得了公众的信任。
