pretext in Greek
pretext in Greek is πρόφαση, πρόσχημα — pretext means a false reason given to hide the real motive behind an action.
pretext in Greek
πρόφαση
Pronounced: profasi
A false, contrived, or assumed purpose or reason; a pretense.
πρόσχημα
Pronounced: proschima
A false, contrived, or assumed purpose or reason; a pretense.
What does "pretext" mean?
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noun A false reason given to hide the real motive behind an action.
"He used a doctor's appointment as a pretext to leave the meeting early."
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pretext in a sentence
- He used a doctor's appointment as a pretext to leave the meeting early.
- The invasion was launched under the pretext of self-defence.
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What is "pretext" in Greek?
"pretext" in Greek is πρόφαση, πρόσχημα. pretext means: A false reason given to hide the real motive behind an action.
How do you pronounce πρόφαση?
"pretext" in Greek is πρόφαση, pronounced "profasi".
How do you use "pretext" in a sentence?
Example: "He used a doctor's appointment as a pretext to leave the meeting early." In Greek, "pretext" is πρόφαση, πρόσχημα.
Are there other ways to say "pretext" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "pretext": πρόφαση, πρόσχημα.
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