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reed in Greek

reed in Greek is καλαμιά, καλάμι, γλωττίδα — reed means a tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.

reed in Greek

καλαμιά
noun
Pronounced: kalamia
(countable) Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.
καλάμι
noun
Pronounced: kalami
(countable) Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.
καλάμι
noun
Pronounced: kalami
(countable) The hollow stem of these plants.
γλωττίδα
noun
Pronounced: glottida
(countable, music) Part of an aerophone musical instrument, comprising a thin piece of wood or metal, which vibrates to produce sound when air passes through it.
καλάμι
noun
Pronounced: kalami
(countable, music) Part of an aerophone musical instrument, comprising a thin piece of wood or metal, which vibrates to produce sound when air passes through it.

What does "reed" mean?

  1. noun A tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.
    "Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge."
  2. noun A thin strip of cane or metal in certain musical instruments that vibrates to produce sound.
    "The oboe's double reed must be wet before you start to play."
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reed in a sentence

  • Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge.
  • The path was lined with tall reeds swaying in the breeze.
  • The oboe's double reed must be wet before you start to play.
  • A cracked reed makes the saxophone sound harsh and squeaky.

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What is "reed" in Greek?
"reed" in Greek is καλαμιά, καλάμι, γλωττίδα. reed means: A tall, slender grass-like plant that grows in wet ground or shallow water.
How do you pronounce καλαμιά?
"reed" in Greek is καλαμιά, pronounced "kalamia".
How do you use "reed" in a sentence?
Example: "Frogs hid among the reeds at the water's edge." In Greek, "reed" is καλαμιά, καλάμι, γλωττίδα.
Are there other ways to say "reed" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "reed": καλαμιά, καλάμι, γλωττίδα.
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