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How do you say "brooch" in Greek?
η καρφίτσα
i karfitsa
In Greek, "brooch" is η καρφίτσα (i karfitsa).
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Pronunciation
The transliteration "i karfitsa" is a fair guide, and the accent naturally lands on "rfi".
Grammar notes
η καρφίτσα is feminine. Its plural is καρφίτσες.
Example sentence
Καρφίτσωσε μια καρφίτσα στο παλτό της.
Karfitsose mia karfitsa sto palto tis.
She pinned a brooch to her coat.
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How to remember η καρφίτσα
Try associating the "rfi" chunk with a quick snapshot of η καρφίτσα in action.
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Questions about η καρφίτσα
How do you pronounce η καρφίτσα?
The transliteration "i karfitsa" is a fair guide, and the accent naturally lands on "rfi".
Is η καρφίτσα masculine or feminine?
η καρφίτσα is feminine. η καρφίτσα is feminine. Its plural is καρφίτσες.
How is η καρφίτσα used in Greek?
η καρφίτσα is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Καρφίτσωσε μια καρφίτσα στο παλτό της. (She pinned a brooch to her coat.).
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