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English - Greek
Which
(h)wɪtʃ
Extremely common
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0 - 100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Ποιος (Pios) / Ποια (Pia) / Ποιο (Pio), Ποιος από (Pios apo), Ποια (Poia) - in questions about characteristics, Ποιο (Pio) - in questions about things
Which meanings in Greek
Ποιος (Pios) / Ποια (Pia) / Ποιο (Pio)
Example:
Which book do you prefer?
Ποιο βιβλίο προτιμάς;
Which restaurant should we go to?
Ποιο εστιατόριο να πάμε;
Usage: InformalContext: Used when asking for a choice or selection from a set of options.
Note: In Greek, the form of 'which' changes based on the gender of the noun it refers to: masculine (ποιος), feminine (ποια), and neuter (ποιο).
Ποιος από (Pios apo)
Example:
Which of the two options is better?
Ποιος από τους δύο επιλογές είναι καλύτερος;
Which of these cars do you like the most?
Ποιος από αυτούς τους αυτοκινήτους σου αρέσει περισσότερο;
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to specify a choice among a defined group or set, often in more formal settings.
Note: This form emphasizes the selection aspect, often used in discussions or formal queries.
Ποια (Poia) - in questions about characteristics
Example:
Which is the best option?
Ποια είναι η καλύτερη επιλογή;
Which color do you prefer?
Ποια χρώμα προτιμάς;
Usage: InformalContext: Used to inquire about a preference or a quality among options.
Note: The word 'ποια' is used when the subject is feminine. It is commonly used in everyday conversations.
Ποιο (Pio) - in questions about things
Example:
Which is your favorite movie?
Ποιο είναι το αγαπημένο σου ταινία;
Which one is yours?
Ποιο είναι δικό σου;
Usage: InformalContext: Used when referring to inanimate objects or concepts, particularly in casual conversations.
Note: This form is used for neuter nouns, common in everyday language.
Which's synonyms
Which one is
This synonym is used to ask for a preference or opinion among a set of choices.
Example: Which one is your favorite movie genre?
Note: It focuses on identifying a favorite or preferred option.
Which one would
This synonym is used to pose a hypothetical question about a choice or decision.
Example: Which one would you choose if you had the chance?
Note: It introduces a hypothetical scenario for decision-making.
Which expressions, common phrases
Which one
Used to inquire about a choice between two or more options.
Example: Which one do you prefer, the blue dress or the red one?
Note: The phrase "which one" specifically refers to selecting one from multiple options.
Which way
Asking about the direction or route to take.
Example: Do you remember which way we came from?
Note: The phrase "which way" pertains to the direction or route to be chosen.
Which means
Used when asking for clarification or an explanation.
Example: I don't understand this word. Which means, can you explain it to me?
Note: The phrase "which means" is used to inquire about the meaning or interpretation of something.
Which one of
Used to single out a specific item or person from a group.
Example: Which one of these paintings do you think is the most beautiful?
Note: The phrase "which one of" is used to indicate a choice or preference among a group of items or individuals.
Which way the wind blows
Refers to someone who changes opinions or actions based on external influences.
Example: It's hard to predict his decision. He tends to go whichever way the wind blows.
Note: The idiom "which way the wind blows" implies being indecisive or easily swayed by circumstances.
Pick and choose
To carefully select or make choices.
Example: Stop picking and choosing your tasks; just get started on something!
Note: The idiom "pick and choose" conveys the act of selecting carefully from various options.
In which case
Used to introduce a situation or condition.
Example: I will bring an umbrella, in which case it rains during our hike.
Note: The phrase "in which case" is employed to present a specific circumstance or scenario.
Which everyday (slang) expressions
Which way the wind is blowing
This expression means to be uncertain about the current situation or trend.
Example: I don't know which way the wind is blowing on this issue.
Note: The slang term is a metaphorical expression indicating uncertainty, while 'which way' alone simply refers to a direction.
Which one's your poison?
This is a casual way of asking someone which alcoholic drink they prefer.
Example: So, which one's your poison tonight, beer or whiskey?
Note: The slang term 'poison' is used in a humorous or colloquial manner to ask about drink preferences.
Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
This is used to describe a situation where it is difficult to determine the causal relationship between two things.
Example: I'm so confused about this issue; it's like the question of which came first, the chicken or the egg.
Note: The slang term references a popular philosophical question, adding depth to the expression.
Which side are you on?
It means to question or determine a person's allegiance or opinion regarding a particular matter.
Example: In this argument, I can't tell which side you are on.
Note: The slang term emphasizes the aspect of taking a position or stance, as opposed to purely questioning direction.
Which - Examples
Which grammar
Which - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Wh-determiner (Wh-determiner)
Lemma: which
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Which Contains 1 syllables: which
Phonetic transcription: ˈ(h)wich
which , ˈ(h)wich (The red syllable is stressed)
Which - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Which: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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