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How do you say "trash can" in Greek?
κάδος
kados
In Greek, "trash can" is κάδος.
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Pronunciation
Say 'KA-dos' with stress on the first syllable. Kados is a simple, direct Greek word.
Writing and usage
Kados uses kappa (κ) for 'k' and delta (δ) for 'd'. The accent sits on the first vowel.
Example sentence
Ο κάδος ήταν μπροστά από τα καταστήματα.
The trash can was in front of the shops.
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How to remember κάδος
Kados has been used since ancient times for containers and waste bins. The word shows Greek continuity across centuries.
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Questions about κάδος
How do you say "trash can" in Greek?
In Greek, "trash can" is κάδος. It is a noun.
How is κάδος written in Greek?
Kados uses kappa (κ) for 'k' and delta (δ) for 'd'. The accent sits on the first vowel.
How is κάδος used in a sentence?
Use κάδος as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Ο κάδος ήταν μπροστά από τα καταστήματα. (The trash can was in front of the shops.).
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