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How do you say "fencing" in Greek?
η περίφραξη
i perifraxi
In Greek, "fencing" is η περίφραξη (i perifraxi).
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Pronunciation
Pronounce it "i perifraxi", making sure "fra" gets the stronger beat.
Grammar notes
η περίφραξη is feminine. Its plural is περιφράξεις.
Example sentence
Έμαθε ξιφασκία στο πανεπιστήμιο.
Έmathe xifaskia sto panepistimio.
She learned fencing at university.
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How to remember η περίφραξη
Turn "i perifraxi" into a tiny story in your head, with η περίφραξη as the main character.
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- finish line Γραμμή τερματισμού
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Questions about η περίφραξη
How do you pronounce η περίφραξη?
Pronounce it "i perifraxi", making sure "fra" gets the stronger beat.
Is η περίφραξη masculine or feminine?
η περίφραξη is feminine. η περίφραξη is feminine. Its plural is περιφράξεις.
How is η περίφραξη used in Greek?
η περίφραξη is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Έμαθε ξιφασκία στο πανεπιστήμιο. (She learned fencing at university.).
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