τασάκι
tasáki/taˈsaci/neuter
The Greek word for "ashtray" is τασάκι (tasáki). Wiktionary also lists σταχτοδοχείο (stachtodocheío).
Meaning: receptacle for ashes (noun)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| τασάκι | tasáki | /taˈsaci/ | neuter |
| σταχτοδοχείο | stachtodocheío | neuter |
The term is used to describe a receptacle for ashes.
Which one should you use?
σταχτοδοχείο is the more formal or technical term, often used in written language or official contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The diminutive form τασάκι can be used to refer to small ashtrays, which is the most common way the word is used in daily life. The plural form for small ashtrays is τασάκια. Both terms are neuter nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is tasáki.
Did you know?
- The root word τάσι used in τασάκι is related to the word for 'cup', reflecting a time when repurposed drinking vessels were used to collect ash.
- Greek speakers often use the diminutive τασάκι even for large ashtrays, as the suffix -άκι often conveys affection or familiarity rather than just size.
- While σταχτοδοχείο is used in manuals or formal shops, using it at a dinner party might sound strangely robotic or overly technical.
Examples in context
- Μου φέρνετε ένα τασάκι τσιγάρων, παρακαλώ;Could you bring me an ashtray, please?
- Πού είναι το τασάκι;Pou einai to tasaki;Where is the ashtray?
- Χρειαζόμαστε ένα καινούριο τασάκι.Chreiazomaste ena kainourio tasaki.We need a new ashtray.
Example conversation
At a cafe, Maria and Kostas are sitting at a table.
- Μαρία MariaΚώστα, μπορείς να φέρεις ένα τασάκι;Kosta, boreis na feris ena tasaki;Kostas, can you bring an ashtray?
- Κώστας KostasΦυσικά, Μαρία, θα το ζητήσω.Fisika, Maria, tha to zitiso.Of course, Maria, I will ask for it.
- Μαρία MariaΕυχαριστώ πολύ.Efcharisto poli.Thank you very much.
- Κώστας KostasΠαρακαλώ.Parakalo.You're welcome.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ashtray” translations and entries τασάκι, σταχτοδοχείο, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
