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hornet in Greek

hornet in Greek is σερσένι, σκούρκος — hornet means a large, aggressive wasp with a painful sting.

hornet in Greek

σερσένι
noun
Pronounced: serseni
A large wasp, of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting.
σκούρκος
noun
Pronounced: skourkos
A large wasp, of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting.

What does "hornet" mean?

  1. noun A large, aggressive wasp with a painful sting.
    "A hornet's nest hung from the eaves of the barn."
  2. noun Figuratively, someone who repeatedly makes small but relentless attacks.
    "The critic was a hornet, stinging every new release in his column."
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hornet in a sentence

  • A hornet's nest hung from the eaves of the barn.
  • He was stung twice by a hornet while mowing the lawn.
  • The critic was a hornet, stinging every new release in his column.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hornet" in Greek?

"hornet" in Greek is σερσένι, σκούρκος. hornet means: A large, aggressive wasp with a painful sting.

How do you pronounce σερσένι?

"hornet" in Greek is σερσένι, pronounced "serseni".

How do you use "hornet" in a sentence?

Example: "A hornet's nest hung from the eaves of the barn." In Greek, "hornet" is σερσένι, σκούρκος.

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

Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "hornet": σερσένι, σκούρκος.

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