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zeta

noun

Simple meaning

The 6th letter of the Greek alphabet.

Pronunciation

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zaytuh

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ˈzeɪtə

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Definition

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noun

  1. The 6th letter of the Greek alphabet

  2. mathematics

    A mathematical function, formally known as the Riemann zeta function.

  3. A member of Los Zetas, a Mexican criminal syndicate.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
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Mathematical

zeta function

Letter

alpha zetabeta zetazeta taugamma zeta

Other combinations

zeta potentialdelta zetazeta chapter

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