κολακεύω
to flatter
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/kolakeˈvo/
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Cultural Note
This can be positive or slightly skeptical depending on whether the praise feels sincere.
📝 Example Sentences
Τα καλά σου λόγια με κολακεύουν.
Your kind words flatter me.
Δεν προσπαθεί να κολακεύει, μιλάει ειλικρινά.
He is not trying to flatter; he speaks sincerely.