αντζούγιες
antzoúgies
The English word "anchovies" is αντζούγιες (antzoúgies) in Greek.
The term refers to small, salty fish often used as a topping or seasoning in food.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some areas, locals refer to anchovies as γαυράκια or γαυρούλες.
How do you pronounce it?
antzoúgies
Did you know?
- The word γαυρός can be used as an adjective to describe a person who is 'spirited' or 'bold', much like calling someone 'a real firecracker'.
- In many Greek coastal communities, the catching of γαυράκια is traditionally governed by the lunar cycle and the direction of the winds.
- The term αντζούγιες is often used specifically for the preserved, oil-packed version of the fish, whereas 'γαυράκια' implies something fresh or fried.
Examples in context
- Προσθέστε μερικές γαυρίδες στη σαλάτα για περισσότερη γεύση.Add some anchovies to the salad for more flavor.
- Οι αντζούγιες είναι πολύ αλμυρές.Oi antzougies einai poly almures.The anchovies are very salty.
- Θέλεις αντζούγιες στην πίτσα σου;Theleis antzougies stin pizza sou;Do you want anchovies on your pizza?
- Αγοράζω αντζούγιες για τη σαλάτα.Agorazo antzougies gia ti salata.I am buying anchovies for the salad.
Example conversation
A couple is ordering food at a restaurant.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΤι θα παραγγείλεις, Αναστασία;Ti tha parangíleis, Anastasía?What will you order, Anastasia?
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΘέλω μια σαλάτα με αντζούγιες.Thélo mia saláta me antzoúgies.I want a salad with anchovies.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΔεν τις συμπαθείς συνήθως.Den tis sympathéis syníthos.You usually don't like them.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΣήμερα μου φαντάζουν έτσι.Símera mou fantázoun étsi.Today I'm in the mood for them.
