No. 419 in Greek

λέω

"Λέω" means "to say" or "to tell."

In a sentence

Λέω να πάμε σινεμά.
I suggest we go to the cinema.
In this sentence, 'λέω' is used to express a suggestion or proposal.
Τι λέει το πρόγραμμα σήμερα;
What does the schedule say today?
'Λέει' in this context means 'to indicate or describe'; it is used to refer to what is written or stated in the program.
Σου λέω την αλήθεια.
I am telling you the truth.
Here, 'λέω' is used in its original meaning, 'to say or state something aloud.'

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