Language/Modern-greek-1453/Vocabulary/Common-Everyday-Phrases
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As a beginner in Modern Greek (1453-), it is important to learn common phrases used in everyday conversations. These phrases will help you to communicate with Greek speakers and make your experience in Greece more enjoyable. In this lesson, we will cover common everyday phrases in Modern Greek (1453-) with their English translations and pronunciation. Let's get started!
Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Family and relationships & The 100 most common words in Greek.
Greetings[edit | edit source]
Greetings are an important part of social interaction in Greece. Here are some common greetings in Modern Greek (1453-):
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Γεια χαρά. | Yia hara. | Hello. |
| Καλημέρα. | Kalimera. | Good morning. |
| Καλησπέρα. | Kalispera. | Good afternoon/evening. |
| Καληνύχτα. | Kalinichta. | Goodnight. |
Note: "Γεια σου" (Yia sou) can also be translated to "Hello" but tends to be used when greeting someone you are familiar with.
Introductions[edit | edit source]
When meeting someone for the first time in Greece, it is common to introduce yourself. Here are some common introductions in Modern Greek (1453-):
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Χαίρετε, είμαι ο/η... | Herete, ime o/i... | Hello, I am... (formal) |
| Γεια σας, είμαι ο/η... | Yia sas, ime o/i... | Hello, I am... (formal) |
| Γεια, είμαι ο/η... | Yia, ime o/i... | Hi, I am... (informal) |
After introducing yourself, the other person may ask you a few questions. Here are some examples:
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Πώς σε λένε; | Pos se lene? | What's your name? (informal) |
| Ποιο είναι το όνομά σας; | Pio ine to onoma sas? | What's your name? (formal) |
| Πού μένεις; | Pou meneis? | Where do you live? (informal) |
| Από πού είσαι; | Apo pou ise? | Where are you from? (informal) |
Responses[edit | edit source]
When someone greets you or asks you a question, it is important to respond in a polite and appropriate way. Here are some common responses in Modern Greek (1453-):
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Γεια σου. | Yia sou. | Hello. (informal) |
| Γεια σας. | Yia sas. | Hello. (formal) |
| Με λένε... | Me lene... | My name is... |
| Είμαι από την... | Ime apo tin... | I am from... |
Expressing Gratitude[edit | edit source]
In Greece, it's common to express gratitude in social situations. Here are some phrases you can use in Modern Greek (1453-) to express your gratitude:
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Ευχαριστώ. | Efharisto. | Thank you. |
| Σ' ευχαριστώ πολύ. | Se efharisto poli. | Thank you very much. |
| Παρακαλώ. | Parakalo. | please |
| Καλώς ήρθες | Kolws îrthes | You're very welcome. |
Politeness[edit | edit source]
Politeness and respect are very important in Greek culture. Here are some common phrases you can use to show respect:
| Modern Greek (1453-) | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Με συγχωρείτε. | Me syghoreite. | Excuse me. (formal) |
| Λυπάμαι. | Lypame. | I'm sorry. (formal) |
Note: "συγχωρείστε με " (syghoreiste me) can also be translated to "Excuse me" but tends to be more formal and polite.
Congratulations! You now know some common everyday phrases in Modern Greek (1453-). Practice these phrases every day and soon you'll be speaking like a native Greek!
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Asking Directions
- Nature and Environment
- Science and technology
- Hobbies
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Sports
- Geography
- Useful Sentenses
- Count to 10
- Foreign loanwords
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