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How do you say "freezing" in Greek?
η παγωνιά
i pagonia
In Greek, "freezing" is η παγωνιά.
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Pronunciation
Say ee pah-go-NEE-ah with stress on the third syllable. The iota (ι) at the start sounds like 'ee', and the pi (π) is hard 'p'.
Writing and usage
Iota (ι) at the start (feminine article). Pi (π) is hard 'p'. Alpha (α) appears several times. Gamma (γ) is 'g' followed by omicron (ο). Omega (ω) is long 'o'.
Example sentence
αισθάνομαι την παγωνία.
I feel the freezing cold.
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How to remember η παγωνιά
Freezing temperatures halt movement. The Greek root relates to cold and frost.
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Questions about η παγωνιά
How do you say "freezing" in Greek?
In Greek, "freezing" is η παγωνιά. It is a noun.
How is η παγωνιά written in Greek?
Iota (ι) at the start (feminine article). Pi (π) is hard 'p'. Alpha (α) appears several times. Gamma (γ) is 'g' followed by omicron (ο). Omega (ω) is long 'o'.
How is η παγωνιά used in a sentence?
Use η παγωνιά as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: αισθάνομαι την παγωνία. (I feel the freezing cold.).
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