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How do you say "chisel" in Greek?
η σμίλη
i smili
In Greek, "chisel" is η σμίλη (i smili).
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Pronunciation
Speak it as "i smili", giving "smi" the strongest emphasis in the word.
Grammar notes
η σμίλη is feminine. Its plural is σμίλες.
Example sentence
Σκάλισε το ξύλο με μια σμίλη.
Skalise to xylo me mia smili.
He carved the wood with a chisel.
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How to remember η σμίλη
Hold onto the "smi" sound like a small hook and hang the image of η σμίλη on it.
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Questions about η σμίλη
How do you pronounce η σμίλη?
Speak it as "i smili", giving "smi" the strongest emphasis in the word.
Is η σμίλη masculine or feminine?
η σμίλη is feminine. η σμίλη is feminine. Its plural is σμίλες.
How is η σμίλη used in Greek?
η σμίλη is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Σκάλισε το ξύλο με μια σμίλη. (He carved the wood with a chisel.).
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