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How do you say "weightlifting" in Greek?

η άρση βαρών

i arsi varon

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In Greek, "weightlifting" is η άρση βαρών.

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Pronunciation

Say AHR-see VAR-ohn with stress on the first syllable of arsi, a compound Greek phrase meaning weight-lifting.

Writing and usage

This uses alpha for the start and includes rho (ρ) in arsi. The accent falls on the alpha of the first word.

Example sentence

Ασχολείται με την άρση βαρών.

He is involved in weightlifting.

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How to remember η άρση βαρών

The phrase literally combines raising and weights, describing the action of weightlifting.

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Questions about η άρση βαρών

How do you say "weightlifting" in Greek?

In Greek, "weightlifting" is η άρση βαρών. It is a noun.

How is η άρση βαρών written in Greek?

This uses alpha for the start and includes rho (ρ) in arsi. The accent falls on the alpha of the first word.

How is η άρση βαρών used in a sentence?

Use η άρση βαρών as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Ασχολείται με την άρση βαρών. (He is involved in weightlifting.).

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