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How do you say "shelf" in Greek?

το ράφι

to rafi

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In Greek, "shelf" is το ράφι.

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Pronunciation

Stress the first syllable: RAH-fee. The final 'i' is light.

Writing and usage

Rafi uses 'ρ' (rho) which rolls, and ends in neuter 'ι'. Simple, commonly-used word.

Example sentence

Το κιβώτιο ήταν στο ράφι.

The box was on the shelf.

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How to remember το ράφι

Raffia and raft both relate to structure. Shelves are like rafts holding items.

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Questions about το ράφι

How do you say "shelf" in Greek?

In Greek, "shelf" is το ράφι. It is a noun.

How is το ράφι written in Greek?

Rafi uses 'ρ' (rho) which rolls, and ends in neuter 'ι'. Simple, commonly-used word.

How is το ράφι used in a sentence?

Use το ράφι as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Το κιβώτιο ήταν στο ράφι. (The box was on the shelf.).

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