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How do you say "cold" in Greek?
κρύος
krios
In Greek, "cold" is κρύος.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced KREE-os with stress on the first syllable. The kappa (κ) is hard 'k', and the rho (ρ) is a gentle roll.
Writing and usage
Kappa (κ) is hard 'k'. Rho (ρ) is rolled 'r'. Upsilon (υ) sounds like 'ee'. Only a few letters create this word.
Example sentence
Ο καιρός είναι κρύος.
The weather is cold.
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How to remember κρύος
Cryogenic freezing uses this same root. Cold and frozen conditions require special equipment.
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Questions about κρύος
How do you say "cold" in Greek?
In Greek, "cold" is κρύος. It is a noun.
How is κρύος written in Greek?
Kappa (κ) is hard 'k'. Rho (ρ) is rolled 'r'. Upsilon (υ) sounds like 'ee'. Only a few letters create this word.
How is κρύος used in a sentence?
Use κρύος as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Ο καιρός είναι κρύος. (The weather is cold.).
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