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How do you say "anchor" in Greek?
η άγκυρα
i agkura
In Greek, "anchor" is η άγκυρα (i agkura).
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Pronunciation
Break it into "i agkura" and land firmly on "gku" as you say it aloud.
Grammar notes
η άγκυρα is feminine. Its plural is άγκυρες.
Example sentence
Έριξαν την άγκυρα κοντά στην ακτή.
Έrixan tin agkura konta stin akti.
They dropped the anchor near the shore.
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How to remember η άγκυρα
Turn "i agkura" into a tiny story in your head, with η άγκυρα as the main character.
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Questions about η άγκυρα
How do you pronounce η άγκυρα?
Break it into "i agkura" and land firmly on "gku" as you say it aloud.
Is η άγκυρα masculine or feminine?
η άγκυρα is feminine. η άγκυρα is feminine. Its plural is άγκυρες.
How is η άγκυρα used in Greek?
η άγκυρα is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Έριξαν την άγκυρα κοντά στην ακτή. (They dropped the anchor near the shore.).
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