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How do you say "dough" in Greek?

η ζύμη

i zimi

Noun Greek alphabet

In Greek, "dough" is η ζύμη.

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Pronunciation

Say 'i ZI-mi' with stress on the first syllable. Zimi is ancient Greek, related to fermentation.

Writing and usage

Zimi uses zeta (ζ) for 'z', iota (ι) twice, and mu (μ). The accent sits on the iota.

Example sentence

Η ζύμη ήταν μαλακή και αφρώδης.

The dough was soft and fluffy.

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How to remember η ζύμη

Zimi relates to yeast fermentation. The Greeks have been baking with fermented dough for thousands of years.

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Questions about η ζύμη

How do you say "dough" in Greek?

In Greek, "dough" is η ζύμη. It is a noun.

How is η ζύμη written in Greek?

Zimi uses zeta (ζ) for 'z', iota (ι) twice, and mu (μ). The accent sits on the iota.

How is η ζύμη used in a sentence?

Use η ζύμη as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Η ζύμη ήταν μαλακή και αφρώδης. (The dough was soft and fluffy.).

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