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How do you say "dirt" in Greek?

λάσπη

laspi

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In Greek, "dirt" is λάσπη.

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Pronunciation

Say 'LAS-pi' with stress on the first syllable. Laspi refers to mud or dirt.

Writing and usage

Laspi uses lambda (λ), alpha (α), sigma (σ), and pi (π). It's a direct Greek word with the accent on the first vowel.

Example sentence

Η λάσπη ήταν παντού μετά τη βροχή.

The dirt was everywhere after the rain.

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How to remember λάσπη

Laspi is mud or dirt, often referring to wet earth. The word appears in various Mediterranean languages.

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Questions about λάσπη

How do you say "dirt" in Greek?

In Greek, "dirt" is λάσπη. It is a noun.

How is λάσπη written in Greek?

Laspi uses lambda (λ), alpha (α), sigma (σ), and pi (π). It's a direct Greek word with the accent on the first vowel.

How is λάσπη used in a sentence?

Use λάσπη as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Η λάσπη ήταν παντού μετά τη βροχή. (The dirt was everywhere after the rain.).

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