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whip in Greek

whip in Greek is μαστίγιο, μαστιγώνω, χτυπάω — whip means a flexible rod or braided cord, often of leather, used to strike an animal or person, or to make a sharp cracking noise.

whip in Greek

μαστίγιο
noun
Pronounced: mastigio
A lash; a pliant, flexible instrument, such as a rod (commonly of cane or rattan) or a plaited or braided rope or thong (commonly of leather) used to create a sharp "crack" sound for directing or herding animals.
μαστιγώνω
verb
Pronounced: mastigono
χτυπάω
verb
Pronounced: chtypao
(transitive) To mix in a rapid aerating fashion, especially food.

What does "whip" mean?

  1. noun A flexible rod or braided cord, often of leather, used to strike an animal or person, or to make a sharp cracking noise.
    "The rider gave the horse a light touch with the whip to speed it up."
  2. noun A politician responsible for making sure party members vote according to party policy.
    "The party whip warned MPs that missing the vote would have consequences."
  3. verb To strike with a whip or similar flexible object.
    "The jockey whipped the horse gently in the final stretch."
  4. verb To beat food quickly, especially cream or eggs, so that it becomes light and airy.
    "Whip the cream until soft peaks form."
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whip in a sentence

  • The rider gave the horse a light touch with the whip to speed it up.
  • The party whip warned MPs that missing the vote would have consequences.
  • The jockey whipped the horse gently in the final stretch.
  • Whip the cream until soft peaks form.

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What is "whip" in Greek?

"whip" in Greek is μαστίγιο, μαστιγώνω, χτυπάω. whip means: A flexible rod or braided cord, often of leather, used to strike an animal or person, or to make a sharp cracking noise.

How do you pronounce μαστίγιο?

"whip" in Greek is μαστίγιο, pronounced "mastigio".

How do you use "whip" in a sentence?

Example: "The rider gave the horse a light touch with the whip to speed it up." In Greek, "whip" is μαστίγιο, μαστιγώνω, χτυπάω.

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

Yes — Greek has 3 translations listed for "whip": μαστίγιο, μαστιγώνω, χτυπάω.

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