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How do you say "duck" in Greek?
η πάπια
i papia
In Greek, "duck" is η πάπια.
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Pronunciation
Say PAH-pyah with stress on the first syllable, keeping vowels short and punchy.
Writing and usage
Uses pi (π), alpha (α) twice, and iota (ι). The accent mark sits over the first alpha, showing stress placement.
Example sentence
Η πάπια κολυμπάει.
The duck swims.
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How to remember η πάπια
Papia has two pa sounds that mirror each other. It's a simple, repeating pattern easy to recall.
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- hog ο χοίρος o hiros
- horse το άλογο to alogo
- lamb το κατσικάκι to katsikaki
- mud η λάσπη i laspi
- rooster ο κόκορας o kokoras
- wood το ξύλο to ksilo
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Questions about η πάπια
How do you say "duck" in Greek?
In Greek, "duck" is η πάπια. It is a noun.
How is η πάπια written in Greek?
Uses pi (π), alpha (α) twice, and iota (ι). The accent mark sits over the first alpha, showing stress placement.
How is η πάπια used in a sentence?
Use η πάπια as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Η πάπια κολυμπάει. (The duck swims.).
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