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How do you say "lavender" in Greek?
λεβάντα
levanta
In Greek, "lavender" is λεβάντα (levanta).
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Pronunciation
The transliteration "levanta" is spoken with the second syllable landing hardest, giving it a natural rhythm.
Grammar notes
λεβάντα is a adjective used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
Το σαπούνι μύριζε λεβάντα.
To sapoyni myrize levanta.
The soap smelled of lavender.
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How to remember λεβάντα
The middle of 'levanta' hides a familiar-sounding chunk, 'le' — tie it to an image of 'lavender' and the pair will resurface together.
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Questions about λεβάντα
How do you pronounce λεβάντα?
The transliteration "levanta" is spoken with the second syllable landing hardest, giving it a natural rhythm.
Is λεβάντα formal or casual?
λεβάντα is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is λεβάντα used in Greek?
λεβάντα is used the same way as the equivalent English adjective. For example: Το σαπούνι μύριζε λεβάντα. (The soap smelled of lavender.).
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"Lavender" in other languages
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