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flattery in Greek

flattery in Greek is κολακεία — flattery means excessive or insincere praise, often given to win someone's favour.

flattery in Greek

κολακεία
noun
Pronounced: kolakeia
(countable) An instance of excessive praise.

What does "flattery" mean?

  1. noun Excessive or insincere praise, often given to win someone's favour.
    "His flattery didn't win her over — she saw right through it."
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flattery in a sentence

  • His flattery didn't win her over — she saw right through it.
  • A little flattery goes a long way with the new manager.

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What is "flattery" in Greek?

"flattery" in Greek is κολακεία. flattery means: Excessive or insincere praise, often given to win someone's favour.

How do you pronounce κολακεία?

"flattery" in Greek is κολακεία, pronounced "kolakeia".

How do you use "flattery" in a sentence?

Example: "His flattery didn't win her over — she saw right through it." In Greek, "flattery" is κολακεία.

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