Κρεμμύδια
Kremmydia
The English phrase "onions" is translated into Greek as Κρεμμύδια (Kremmydia).
Κρεμμύδια refers to bulbous vegetables with a strong smell and flavor used in cooking.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of onion is κρεμμύδι. The plural form Κρεμμύδια is used for the noun in the nominative, accusative and vocative cases.
How do you pronounce it?
Kremmydia
Did you know?
- In Greek folklore, κρεμμύδια are sometimes associated with warding off the 'evil eye' or negative energy, similar to how garlic is used in other Mediterranean cultures.
- Ancient Greek medicine, influenced by Hippocrates, believed that κρεμμύδια could treat various ailments, including asthma and respiratory issues, through their pungent fumes.
- While 'onions' are common, the word κρεμμύδι is also the standard term for 'scallion' or 'spring onion' in many Greek contexts.
Examples in context
- Θα ήθελα δύο κιλά κρεμμύδια.I'd like two kilos of onions.This sentence shows how to use Κρεμμύδια when ordering a specific weight of the vegetable.Tatoeba #5385814 by Zeus, translation #2871781 by mervert1
- Η Αιμιλία μισεί τα κρεμμύδια.Emily hates onions.This sentence illustrates a person's dislike for Κρεμμύδια.Tatoeba #4746211 by Ricardo14, translation #2535395 by sundown
- τηγανιτά κρεμμύδιαFried onions
Example conversation
Maria and Nikos are preparing a meal in the kitchen.
- Μαρία MariaΝίκο, έχουμε κρεμμύδια στο ψυγείο;Níko, ékhoume kremmýdia sto psygeío?Nikos, do we have onions in the fridge?
- Νίκος NikosΝαι, υπάρχουν στο πρώτο ράφι.Ne, ypárkhoun sto próto ráfi.Yes, they are on the first shelf.
- Μαρία MariaΤέλεια, θα τα χρησιμοποιήσω τώρα.Téleia, tha ta khrisimopoiíso tóra.Great, I will use them now.
- Νίκος NikosΠρόσεχε τα μάτια σου!Prósexe ta mátia sou!Watch your eyes!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
