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How do you say "lentil" in Greek?
η φακή
i faki
In Greek, "lentil" is η φακή (i faki).
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Pronunciation
Break it into "i faki" and land firmly on "fa" as you say it aloud.
Grammar notes
η φακή is feminine. Its plural is τις φακές.
Example sentence
Μια ζεστή σούπα φακής μας γέμισε.
Mia zesti soypa fakis mas gemise.
A warm lentil soup filled us up.
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How to remember η φακή
Picture "fa" and link it to η φακή; that little sound clue will pull the meaning back when you need it.
Related words
- toast το τοστ
- cereal τα δημητριακά
- pancake η τηγανίτα
- omelet η ομελέτα
- broth ο ζωμός
- gravy η σάλτσα
- sauce η σάλτσα
- dressing το ντρέσινγκ
- marinade η μαρινάδα
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Questions about η φακή
How do you pronounce η φακή?
Break it into "i faki" and land firmly on "fa" as you say it aloud.
Is η φακή masculine or feminine?
η φακή is feminine. η φακή is feminine. Its plural is τις φακές.
How is η φακή used in Greek?
η φακή is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Μια ζεστή σούπα φακής μας γέμισε. (A warm lentil soup filled us up.).
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