Learn how to write αι (álfa yóta)
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| Do you know how to write the 'e' sound used in 'pézo,' meaning 'play?' This vowel combination is αι (álfa yóta). Get your pen and paper ready! |
| αι (e) |
| Vowel combinations (diphthongs) have evolved significantly from their ancient forms. While some ancient diphthongs have merged into single vowel sounds, Modern Greek still retains a variety of diphthongs that are crucial for proper pronunciation. |
| Here is how you write the uppercase vowel combination álfa yóta. |
| ΑΙ |
| And here’s the lowercase vowel combination álfa yóta. |
| αι |
| Now, let’s practice. |
| Write αι (álfa yóta) for each of these words. |
| είμαι (íme) I am |
| μαχαίρι (mahéri) knife |
| παίζω (pézo) play |
| Let’s review! Do you remember how to write αι (álfa yóta) in Greek? |
| αι αι |
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