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How do you say "clam" in Greek?
η αχιβάδα
i ahivadha
In Greek, "clam" is η αχιβάδα.
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Pronunciation
Say 'ee ah-hee-VAH-dhah' with stress on the third syllable. Start with 'i' (the feminine article), then 'ah' sounds.
Writing and usage
Ahivadha uses chi (χ) which makes 'kh' sound, and delta (δ) which makes 'dh'. These two sounds in one word show Greek spelling patterns.
Example sentence
Η αχιβάδα είναι κλειστή.
The clam is closed.
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How to remember η αχιβάδα
Ahivadha - clams sometimes hide and make you 'ah' when you find them. The 'dh' sound is like they're whispering.
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Questions about η αχιβάδα
How do you say "clam" in Greek?
In Greek, "clam" is η αχιβάδα. It is a noun.
How is η αχιβάδα written in Greek?
Ahivadha uses chi (χ) which makes 'kh' sound, and delta (δ) which makes 'dh'. These two sounds in one word show Greek spelling patterns.
How is η αχιβάδα used in a sentence?
Use η αχιβάδα as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Η αχιβάδα είναι κλειστή. (The clam is closed.).
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