How do you say "sell" in Greek?

πουλάω

poylao

Verb Noun

In Greek, "sell" is πουλάω (poylao).

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Pronunciation

Sound it out as "poylao" — English speakers often want to flatten the stress, but leaning into the second syllable gets it right.

Grammar notes

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

Example sentence

Πουλάνε φρούτα στην αγορά.

Poylane froyta stin agora.

They sell fruit at the market.

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How to remember πουλάω

The opening sound 'poy' in 'poylao' is the handle to grab onto; attach a tiny scene of 'sell' to that sound and recall gets easier.

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Questions about πουλάω

How do you pronounce πουλάω?

Sound it out as "poylao" — English speakers often want to flatten the stress, but leaning into the second syllable gets it right.

Is πουλάω formal or casual?

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

How is πουλάω used in Greek?

πουλάω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Πουλάνε φρούτα στην αγορά. (They sell fruit at the market.).

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