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How do you say "magpie" in Greek?
η καρακάξα
i karakaxa
In Greek, "magpie" is η καρακάξα (i karakaxa).
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Pronunciation
It comes out close to "i karakaxa" in English letters, with the emphasis sitting on "ka" rather than the start.
Grammar notes
η καρακάξα is feminine. Its plural is καρακάξες.
Example sentence
Μια κίσσα άρπαξε ένα γυαλιστερό νόμισμα.
Mia kissa arpaxe ena gualistero nomisma.
A magpie snatched a shiny coin.
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How to remember η καρακάξα
Whisper "ka" to yourself and immediately think of η καρακάξα; that pairing is the whole hook.
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Questions about η καρακάξα
How do you pronounce η καρακάξα?
It comes out close to "i karakaxa" in English letters, with the emphasis sitting on "ka" rather than the start.
Is η καρακάξα masculine or feminine?
η καρακάξα is feminine. η καρακάξα is feminine. Its plural is καρακάξες.
How is η καρακάξα used in Greek?
η καρακάξα is used the same way as the equivalent English noun. For example: Μια κίσσα άρπαξε ένα γυαλιστερό νόμισμα. (A magpie snatched a shiny coin.).
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