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How do you say "to open" in Greek?
άνοιξε
anikse
In Greek, "to open" is άνοιξε.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced AH-NICK-seh. Stress the second syllable with a short 'ah' sound at the start, then NICK-seh.
Writing and usage
The ξ (xi) represents the 'ks' sound in one letter. The accent mark (tonos) sits on the second vowel, showing where stress lands.
Example sentence
Άνοιξε την πόρτα.
Open the door.
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How to remember άνοιξε
The 'ks' sound in the middle (ξ) is sharp and quick, matching the swift action of opening something.
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Questions about άνοιξε
How do you say "to open" in Greek?
In Greek, "to open" is άνοιξε. It is a noun.
How is άνοιξε written in Greek?
The ξ (xi) represents the 'ks' sound in one letter. The accent mark (tonos) sits on the second vowel, showing where stress lands.
How is άνοιξε used in a sentence?
Use άνοιξε as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Άνοιξε την πόρτα. (Open the door.).
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