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How do you pronounce the Greek word

To pronounce the Greek word "φιλόσοφοι" (philosophoi), follow these steps:

1. Start with the first syllable, "φι" (phi):

- Make the sound of the English "f" but without fully closing your lips.

- Then, quickly switch to the "ee" sound as in "feet."

2. Move to the second syllable, "λό":

- Make a long "o" sound as in "bone."

3. Continue to the third syllable, "σο":

- Pronounce the "s" as a soft "s" like in the word "sun."

- Then, make the "o" sound as in "phone."

4. Finally, pronounce the last syllable, "φοι":

- Make the sound "f" as in "foot."

- Then, make the "ee" sound as in "feet."

Putting it all together, pronounce the word "φιλόσοφοι" as "FEE-LAH-SOH-FEE."

Remember, Greek pronunciation can vary depending on the regional dialect, but this is the standard pronunciation.

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