roast in Greek

roast in Greek is ψητός, ψήνω, καβουρδίζω — roast means to cook food, uncovered, with dry heat in an oven or over a fire, giving it a browned or crisped surface.

roast in Greek

ψητός

adj

Pronounced: psitos

Having been cooked by roasting.

ψήνω

verb

Pronounced: psino

καβουρδίζω

verb

Pronounced: kavourdizo

What does "roast" mean?

verb To cook food, uncovered, with dry heat in an oven or over a fire, giving it a browned or crisped surface.
"She roasted the chicken with rosemary and lemon."
verb To make fun of someone harshly, often as a form of affectionate ribbing or comedy.
"His friends roasted him mercilessly at his own birthday party."
noun A cut of meat cooked by roasting, or a meal built around it.
"Sunday roast is a tradition in their house."
noun A comedy event where a person is jokingly mocked and insulted by friends or colleagues.
"The retiring coach was the guest of honor at his own roast."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

roast in a sentence

She roasted the chicken with rosemary and lemon.
They roasted chestnuts over the open fire.
His friends roasted him mercilessly at his own birthday party.
Sunday roast is a tradition in their house.

Similar words in Greek

bake lampoon mock ridicule taunt tease

Common Greek translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "roast" in Greek?

"roast" in Greek is ψητός, ψήνω, καβουρδίζω. roast means: To cook food, uncovered, with dry heat in an oven or over a fire, giving it a browned or crisped surface.

How do you pronounce ψητός?

"roast" in Greek is ψητός, pronounced "psitos".

How do you use "roast" in a sentence?

Example: "She roasted the chicken with rosemary and lemon." In Greek, "roast" is ψητός, ψήνω, καβουρδίζω.

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

Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "roast": ψητός, ψήνω, καβουρδίζω.

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