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How do you say "choose" in Greek?
επιλέγω
epilego
In Greek, "choose" is επιλέγω (epilego).
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Pronunciation
Break "epilego" down slowly and you'll notice the third syllable pulls more weight than the rest.
Grammar notes
επιλέγω is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
Μπορείτε να επιλέξετε οποιαδήποτε θέση.
Boreite na epilexete opoiadipote thesi.
You may choose any seat.
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How to remember επιλέγω
Notice how 'epi' sits inside 'epilego' — pair it with a quick mental snapshot of 'choose' happening right as you say it.
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- bend λυγίζω
- kneel γονατίζω
- squat κάθομαι οκλαδόν
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Questions about επιλέγω
How do you pronounce επιλέγω?
Break "epilego" down slowly and you'll notice the third syllable pulls more weight than the rest.
Is επιλέγω formal or casual?
επιλέγω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is επιλέγω used in Greek?
επιλέγω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Μπορείτε να επιλέξετε οποιαδήποτε θέση. (You may choose any seat.).
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