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How do you say "guardian" in Greek?
ο φύλακας
o fylakas
In Greek, "guardian" is ο φύλακας (o fylakas).
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Pronunciation
Pronounce it "o fylakas", making sure "fyla" gets the stronger beat.
Grammar notes
ο φύλακας is masculine. Its plural is Φύλακες.
Example sentence
Η θεία του έγινε ο νόμιμος κηδεμόνας του.
i theia toy egine o nomimos kidemonas toy.
His aunt became his legal guardian.
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How to remember ο φύλακας
Because "o fylakas" has an odd rhythm, exaggerate it once while picturing ο φύλακας clearly.
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Questions about ο φύλακας
How do you pronounce ο φύλακας?
Pronounce it "o fylakas", making sure "fyla" gets the stronger beat.
Is ο φύλακας masculine or feminine?
ο φύλακας is masculine. ο φύλακας is masculine. Its plural is Φύλακες.
How is ο φύλακας used in Greek?
ο φύλακας is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Η θεία του έγινε ο νόμιμος κηδεμόνας του. (His aunt became his legal guardian.).
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