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Hellene

usgb/ˈheliːn/Volume
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National IdentityPlay
Refers to someone from Greece, connecting them to their national heritage. SlideShe's a proud Hellene who celebrates traditional Greek festivals.
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Not Modern GreekPlay
Used more for historical or cultural contexts, rather than describing a modern Greek person. SlideThe sculpture depicted an ancient Hellene in traditional garb.
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Cultural ContextPlay
Can evoke images of Greece's historical achievements in arts and philosophy. SlideThe Hellenes contributed much to early science and democracy.