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How do you say "dictionary" in Greek?
το λεξικό
to leksiko
In Greek, "dictionary" is το λεξικό.
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Pronunciation
Say to LEX-ee-koh with stress on the first syllable. Ksi (ξ) sounds like 'x' or 'ks'.
Writing and usage
Ksi (ξ) is a single Greek letter that makes one sound. The o at the end is omicron (ο).
Example sentence
Ψάχνω στο λεξικό για τη λέξη.
I look in the dictionary for the word.
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How to remember το λεξικό
Lexiko comes from lexis meaning word, so a dictionary is a collection of words.
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Questions about το λεξικό
How do you say "dictionary" in Greek?
In Greek, "dictionary" is το λεξικό. It is a noun.
How is το λεξικό written in Greek?
Ksi (ξ) is a single Greek letter that makes one sound. The o at the end is omicron (ο).
How is το λεξικό used in a sentence?
Use το λεξικό as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Ψάχνω στο λεξικό για τη λέξη. (I look in the dictionary for the word.).
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