How do you say "pull" in Greek?

τραβάω

travao

Verb Noun

In Greek, "pull" is τραβάω (travao).

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Pronunciation

When you say "travao", let your voice rise slightly on the second syllable before settling back down.

Grammar notes

τραβάω is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Τράβηξε δυνατά το σχοινί.

Travixe dunata to schoini.

She pulled the rope hard.

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How to remember τραβάω

The opening sound 'tra' in 'travao' is the handle to grab onto; attach a tiny scene of 'pull' to that sound and recall gets easier.

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Questions about τραβάω

How do you pronounce τραβάω?

When you say "travao", let your voice rise slightly on the second syllable before settling back down.

Is τραβάω formal or casual?

τραβάω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is τραβάω used in Greek?

τραβάω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Τράβηξε δυνατά το σχοινί. (She pulled the rope hard.).

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