τρυπώ
Lemma: τρυπώ
Translation: to drill; to pierce; to bore; to make a hole (verb)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek τρύπα (trúpa, 'hole'). Related to English 'trepan' (surgical drilling)
Mnemonics
- Think of the sound a drill makes: 'trrrrr-upa'
- Related to 'trepan' - a surgical drill
Example Wordforms
Cultural Context
Common in both household and construction contexts. Also used metaphorically.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: τρυπώ means to make a hole, while τρίβω means to rub or grind
Notes: Both verbs involve physical action on objects but with different results
Mnemonic: τρυπώ has 'up' sound - think of going up through something