How do you say "write" in Greek?

γράφω

grafo

Verb Noun

In Greek, "write" is γράφω (grafo).

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Pronunciation

Try "grafo" out loud, letting "gra" carry most of the emphasis.

Grammar notes

γράφω is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Γράφει ένα γράμμα στον φίλο του.

Grafei ena gramma ston filo toy.

He writes a letter to his friend.

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How to remember γράφω

Picture "gra" and link it to γράφω; that little sound clue will pull the meaning back when you need it.

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Questions about γράφω

How do you pronounce γράφω?

Try "grafo" out loud, letting "gra" carry most of the emphasis.

Is γράφω formal or casual?

γράφω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is γράφω used in Greek?

γράφω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Γράφει ένα γράμμα στον φίλο του. (He writes a letter to his friend.).

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