Greek vocabulary · Beginner
How do you say "tap" in Greek?
η βρύση
i vrisi
In Greek, "tap" is η βρύση.
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Pronunciation
Say ee VREE-see with stress on the first syllable. Beta (β) makes a 'v' sound in Greek.
Writing and usage
Beta (β) is pronounced 'v' not 'b' in modern Greek. Rho (ρ) makes the 'r' sound.
Example sentence
Άνοιξα το νερό από την βρύση.
I turned on the water from the tap.
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How to remember η βρύση
Vrysi comes from the Greek verb to flow or gush, which is what water does from a tap.
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Questions about η βρύση
How do you say "tap" in Greek?
In Greek, "tap" is η βρύση. It is a noun.
How is η βρύση written in Greek?
Beta (β) is pronounced 'v' not 'b' in modern Greek. Rho (ρ) makes the 'r' sound.
How is η βρύση used in a sentence?
Use η βρύση as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Άνοιξα το νερό από την βρύση. (I turned on the water from the tap.).
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