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gist in Greek

gist in Greek is κεντρική ιδέα, ουσία — gist means the main point or essential meaning of something longer or more complicated.

gist in Greek

κεντρική ιδέα
noun
Pronounced: kedriki idea
(countable) The main idea or substance, or the most essential part, of a longer or more complicated matter; the crux, the heart, the pith.
ουσία
noun
Pronounced: ousia
(countable) The main idea or substance, or the most essential part, of a longer or more complicated matter; the crux, the heart, the pith.

What does "gist" mean?

  1. noun The main point or essential meaning of something longer or more complicated.
    "I didn't catch every word, but I got the gist of the argument."
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gist in a sentence

  • I didn't catch every word, but I got the gist of the argument.
  • Just give me the gist — I don't need all the details.

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What is "gist" in Greek?

"gist" in Greek is κεντρική ιδέα, ουσία. gist means: The main point or essential meaning of something longer or more complicated.

How do you pronounce κεντρική ιδέα?

"gist" in Greek is κεντρική ιδέα, pronounced "kedriki idea".

How do you use "gist" in a sentence?

Example: "I didn't catch every word, but I got the gist of the argument." In Greek, "gist" is κεντρική ιδέα, ουσία.

Are there other ways to say "gist" in Greek?

Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "gist": κεντρική ιδέα, ουσία.

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