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How do you say "heron" in Greek?
ο ερωδιός
o erodios
In Greek, "heron" is ο ερωδιός (o erodios).
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Pronunciation
Pronounce it "o erodios", making sure "ro" gets the stronger beat.
Grammar notes
ο ερωδιός is masculine. Its plural is ερωδιοί.
Example sentence
Ο ερωδιός στάθηκε ακίνητος στην άκρη του νερού.
O erodios stathike akinitos stin akri toy neroy.
The heron stood still at the water's edge.
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How to remember ο ερωδιός
Imagine someone shouting "ro" while pointing at ο ερωδιός; the sound will stick faster than the spelling.
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Questions about ο ερωδιός
How do you pronounce ο ερωδιός?
Pronounce it "o erodios", making sure "ro" gets the stronger beat.
Is ο ερωδιός masculine or feminine?
ο ερωδιός is masculine. ο ερωδιός is masculine. Its plural is ερωδιοί.
How is ο ερωδιός used in Greek?
ο ερωδιός is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Ο ερωδιός στάθηκε ακίνητος στην άκρη του νερού. (The heron stood still at the water's edge.).
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