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How do you say "gate" in Greek?
η πύλη
i pili
In Greek, "gate" is η πύλη.
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Pronunciation
Stress the first syllable: PEE-lee. The 'u' in the Greek spelling is silent. Only two syllables.
Writing and usage
Pyli is a short word. The 'ι' at the end is part of the feminine article, showing this word is feminine gender.
Example sentence
Χτύπησε την πύλη.
He knocked on the gate.
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How to remember η πύλη
Pylons come from pylon (gateway). Ancient cities had big gates to control entry.
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Questions about η πύλη
How do you say "gate" in Greek?
In Greek, "gate" is η πύλη. It is a noun.
How is η πύλη written in Greek?
Pyli is a short word. The 'ι' at the end is part of the feminine article, showing this word is feminine gender.
How is η πύλη used in a sentence?
Use η πύλη as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Χτύπησε την πύλη. (He knocked on the gate.).
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