Greek vocabulary · Beginner
How do you say "mat" in Greek?
το πατάκι
to pataki
In Greek, "mat" is το πατάκι.
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Pronunciation
Say 'to pa-TA-ki' with stress on the second syllable. The initial 'p' is from pi (π), sounding like English 'p'.
Writing and usage
Pataki is a diminutive form, suggesting a small mat or rug. The -aki ending is a common Greek diminutive, making words sound affectionate.
Example sentence
Το πατάκι ήταν μπροστά από την πόρτα.
The mat was in front of the door.
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How to remember το πατάκι
Pata means foot or tread, and pataki is a small foot-mat. The diminutive emphasizes its modest size.
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Questions about το πατάκι
How do you say "mat" in Greek?
In Greek, "mat" is το πατάκι. It is a noun.
How is το πατάκι written in Greek?
Pataki is a diminutive form, suggesting a small mat or rug. The -aki ending is a common Greek diminutive, making words sound affectionate.
How is το πατάκι used in a sentence?
Use το πατάκι as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Το πατάκι ήταν μπροστά από την πόρτα. (The mat was in front of the door.).
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