Greek Word of the Day
φαγητό
/fa-yi-TO/ • noun — 19th of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: food; a meal
Examples
- Θα παραγγείλω φαγητό απ' έξω.
(I'll order food (takeout).) - Το φαγητό είναι έτοιμο.
(The food/the meal is ready.) - Έχω λίγο φαγητό στο ψυγείο.
(I have some food in the fridge.)
Synonyms
- φαΐ
- γεύμα
- τρόφιμα
Φαγητό is the common word for food or a meal in everyday Greek. Use το φαγητό for 'the food' or 'the meal'. In casual speech people often say φαΐ. Τρόφιμα refers more to groceries or food items, while γεύμα is more like a specific meal (lunch/dinner).
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