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Greek script

Greek script refers to the alphabet used to write the Greek language, consisting of 24 letters like Alpha, Beta, and Gamma. Originating around the 8th century BCE, it was one of the earliest alphabets to include distinct letters for vowels, making it more efficient than earlier scripts. The Greek alphabet influenced many other writing systems, including Latin and Cyrillic. Today, it is used primarily in Greece and in scientific, mathematical, and technical contexts worldwide to symbolize concepts such as angles, variables, and constants. The script's clear, standardized letterforms have played a significant role in the development of Western writing systems and academic notation.