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In the previous lesson, we learned the basics of Modern Greek (1453-) grammar and how to introduce ourselves in Greek. We also covered the essential greetings and phrases used in everyday conversations. Now, let's dive deeper into the language and explore the Greek alphabet, which is the foundation of the Greek language. Understanding the Greek alphabet is crucial for learning to read, write, and pronounce words correctly in Modern Greek.


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As a Modern Greek (1453-) language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am excited to introduce students to the Greek alphabet and pronunciation. This lesson is a vital foundation for your journey towards becoming proficient in Modern Greek.
== Introduction to the Greek Alphabet ==
The Greek alphabet has a fascinating history that dates back to ancient times. It is one of the oldest writing systems in the world and has been used for over 2,500 years. The Greek alphabet has influenced many other alphabets, including the Latin alphabet, which is widely used today.


The Greek alphabet has played a significant role in shaping the world with its contributions to literature, science, mathematics, and more. It comprises 24 letters, including both consonants and vowels, each with its sound and unique pronunciation. In this lesson, we will cover all the 24 Greek letters and their corresponding pronunciation in Modern Greek.
The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters, each with its own name and pronunciation. In this lesson, we will learn the names of the Greek letters and how to pronounce them in Modern Greek.


=== The Greek Alphabet ===
Here is a list of the 24 Greek letters along with their names and pronunciations:


<span link>Consider broadening your understanding by checking out these related lessons: [[Language/Modern-greek-1453/Grammar/The-degrees-of-the-adjective|The degrees of the adjective]] & [[Language/Modern-greek-1453/Grammar/Greek-voices-verbs-Φωνή-και-συζυγίες-ρημάτων|Greek voices verbs Φωνή και συζυγίες ρημάτων]].</span>
* Alpha (Αα) - Pronounced "ah" as in "father"
== Greek Alphabet and Pronunciation ==
* Beta (Ββ) - Pronounced "v" as in "victory"
* Gamma (Γγ) - Pronounced "g" as in "go"
* Delta (Δδ) - Pronounced "th" as in "that"
* Epsilon (Εε) - Pronounced "eh" as in "bed"
* Zeta (Ζζ) - Pronounced "z" as in "zebra"
* Eta (Ηη) - Pronounced "ee" as in "bee"
* Theta (Θθ) - Pronounced "th" as in "thick"
* Iota (Ιι) - Pronounced "ee" as in "ski"
* Kappa (Κκ) - Pronounced "k" as in "key"
* Lambda (Λλ) - Pronounced "l" as in "love"
* Mu (Μμ) - Pronounced "m" as in "mother"
* Nu (Νν) - Pronounced "n" as in "nice"
* Xi (Ξξ) - Pronounced "x" as in "xylophone"
* Omicron (Οο) - Pronounced "o" as in "note"
* Pi (Ππ) - Pronounced "p" as in "pat"
* Rho (Ρρ) - Pronounced "r" as in "red"
* Sigma (Σσς) - Pronounced "s" as in "sun"
* Tau (Ττ) - Pronounced "t" as in "top"
* Upsilon (Υυ) - Pronounced "ee" as in "see"
* Phi (Φφ) - Pronounced "f" as in "fun"
* Chi (Χχ) - Pronounced "ch" as in "loch"
* Psi (Ψψ) - Pronounced "ps" as in "lapse"
* Omega (Ωω) - Pronounced "oh" as in "go"


The Greek alphabet is the ancestor of the Latin and Cyrillic alphabets and is still widely used today. As a complete beginner in Modern Greek, learning the Greek alphabet is crucial before anything else. Knowing the Greek letters and pronunciation is fundamental to learning to read, speak, and write the language properly.  
Each Greek letter has an uppercase and lowercase form, just like in the Latin alphabet. The pronunciation of the letters remains the same regardless of their case.


Below is a table of the Greek alphabet showing each letter, its uppercase and lowercase forms, pronunciation, and an example of an English word that has that sound.
=== Pronunciation Tips ===
- The Greek alphabet has some similarities to the English alphabet, but there are also some unique sounds that may be unfamiliar to English speakers. It's important to practice the pronunciation of each letter to develop a good understanding of the Greek sounds.


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- Some Greek letters have similar sounds to their English counterparts, such as Alpha (Αα), Beta (Ββ), and Gamma (Γγ). However, there are also letters like Epsilon (Εε) and Eta (Ηη) that have different sounds in Greek than in English. It's crucial to pay attention to these differences to pronounce Greek words correctly.
! Greek Letter !! Uppercase !! Lowercase !! Pronunciation !! English Example
 
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- Greek vowels are pronounced more clearly and distinctly than in English. For example, the letter Alpha (Αα) is pronounced as a pure "ah" sound, while the letter Epsilon (Εε) is pronounced as a pure "eh" sound.
| Alpha || Α || α || ah || father
 
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- Some Greek letters have multiple pronunciations depending on their position in a word or their neighboring letters. For example, the letter Sigma (Σσς) is pronounced as "s" at the beginning or middle of a word, but as "z" at the end of a word.
| Beta || Β || β || vee || love
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| Gamma || Γ || γ || gh || goat
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| Delta || Δ || δ || dh || this
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| Epsilon || Ε || ε || eh || pen
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| Zeta || Ζ || ζ || zee || zoo
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| Eta || Η || η || ee || feet
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| Theta || Θ || θ || th || think
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| Iota || Ι || ι || ee-oh-tah || ski
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| Kappa || Κ || κ || kah || keep
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| Lambda || Λ || λ || lah || love
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| Mu || Μ || μ || mee || man
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| Nu || Ν || ν || nee || now
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| Xi || Ξ || ξ || xee || six
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| Omicron || Ο || ο || oh || go
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| Pi || Π || π || pee || peace
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| Rho || Ρ || ρ || ree || roll
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| Sigma || Σ || σ/ς || see || sign (σ) or dessert (ς)
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| Tau || Τ || τ || tah || time
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| Upsilon || Υ || υ || ee-oo || blue
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| Phi || Φ || φ || fee || phone
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| Chi || Χ || χ || hee || hat
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| Psi || Ψ || ψ || psee || lips
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| Omega || Ω || ω || oh-meh-gah || so
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Note that Sigma has three forms: uppercase (Σ), lowercase (σ), and final form (ς). The final form appears only at the end of a word.
=== Practice Pronunciation ===
To practice the pronunciation of the Greek alphabet, try reading out loud the names of the letters and their corresponding sounds. You can also listen to audio recordings or watch videos that demonstrate the correct pronunciation of the Greek alphabet.


Please practice pronouncing the Greek letters correctly. It is vital to get comfortable with the Greek alphabet and pronunciation to progress in Modern Greek.
It's essential to become familiar with the sounds of the Greek letters before moving on to more complex aspects of the Greek language. Practice regularly to improve your pronunciation skills and develop a natural feel for the Greek sounds.


As we move forward in this course, you will realize how significant the Greek alphabet is to the language's rules and structures. It is the key to understanding not just the spoken Greek language, but also the written language.
== Conclusion ==
In this lesson, we learned the names and pronunciations of the 24 Greek letters. The Greek alphabet is the foundation of the Greek language and plays a vital role in reading, writing, and pronouncing words correctly in Modern Greek.


Now that you have familiarized yourself with the Greek alphabet and pronunciation, you are ready to proceed to the next lesson. I hope you continue on this amazing journey and be proud of each step you take towards learning Modern Greek.
Next, we will explore diphthongs and special combinations in the Greek language, which will further enhance our understanding of Greek pronunciation and spelling.


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Modern Greek (1453-) Grammar → Introduction to Greek Alphabet → Greek Letters and Pronunciation

In the previous lesson, we learned the basics of Modern Greek (1453-) grammar and how to introduce ourselves in Greek. We also covered the essential greetings and phrases used in everyday conversations. Now, let's dive deeper into the language and explore the Greek alphabet, which is the foundation of the Greek language. Understanding the Greek alphabet is crucial for learning to read, write, and pronounce words correctly in Modern Greek.

Introduction to the Greek Alphabet[edit | edit source]

The Greek alphabet has a fascinating history that dates back to ancient times. It is one of the oldest writing systems in the world and has been used for over 2,500 years. The Greek alphabet has influenced many other alphabets, including the Latin alphabet, which is widely used today.

The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters, each with its own name and pronunciation. In this lesson, we will learn the names of the Greek letters and how to pronounce them in Modern Greek.

The Greek Alphabet[edit | edit source]

Here is a list of the 24 Greek letters along with their names and pronunciations:

  • Alpha (Αα) - Pronounced "ah" as in "father"
  • Beta (Ββ) - Pronounced "v" as in "victory"
  • Gamma (Γγ) - Pronounced "g" as in "go"
  • Delta (Δδ) - Pronounced "th" as in "that"
  • Epsilon (Εε) - Pronounced "eh" as in "bed"
  • Zeta (Ζζ) - Pronounced "z" as in "zebra"
  • Eta (Ηη) - Pronounced "ee" as in "bee"
  • Theta (Θθ) - Pronounced "th" as in "thick"
  • Iota (Ιι) - Pronounced "ee" as in "ski"
  • Kappa (Κκ) - Pronounced "k" as in "key"
  • Lambda (Λλ) - Pronounced "l" as in "love"
  • Mu (Μμ) - Pronounced "m" as in "mother"
  • Nu (Νν) - Pronounced "n" as in "nice"
  • Xi (Ξξ) - Pronounced "x" as in "xylophone"
  • Omicron (Οο) - Pronounced "o" as in "note"
  • Pi (Ππ) - Pronounced "p" as in "pat"
  • Rho (Ρρ) - Pronounced "r" as in "red"
  • Sigma (Σσς) - Pronounced "s" as in "sun"
  • Tau (Ττ) - Pronounced "t" as in "top"
  • Upsilon (Υυ) - Pronounced "ee" as in "see"
  • Phi (Φφ) - Pronounced "f" as in "fun"
  • Chi (Χχ) - Pronounced "ch" as in "loch"
  • Psi (Ψψ) - Pronounced "ps" as in "lapse"
  • Omega (Ωω) - Pronounced "oh" as in "go"

Each Greek letter has an uppercase and lowercase form, just like in the Latin alphabet. The pronunciation of the letters remains the same regardless of their case.

Pronunciation Tips[edit | edit source]

- The Greek alphabet has some similarities to the English alphabet, but there are also some unique sounds that may be unfamiliar to English speakers. It's important to practice the pronunciation of each letter to develop a good understanding of the Greek sounds.

- Some Greek letters have similar sounds to their English counterparts, such as Alpha (Αα), Beta (Ββ), and Gamma (Γγ). However, there are also letters like Epsilon (Εε) and Eta (Ηη) that have different sounds in Greek than in English. It's crucial to pay attention to these differences to pronounce Greek words correctly.

- Greek vowels are pronounced more clearly and distinctly than in English. For example, the letter Alpha (Αα) is pronounced as a pure "ah" sound, while the letter Epsilon (Εε) is pronounced as a pure "eh" sound.

- Some Greek letters have multiple pronunciations depending on their position in a word or their neighboring letters. For example, the letter Sigma (Σσς) is pronounced as "s" at the beginning or middle of a word, but as "z" at the end of a word.

Practice Pronunciation[edit | edit source]

To practice the pronunciation of the Greek alphabet, try reading out loud the names of the letters and their corresponding sounds. You can also listen to audio recordings or watch videos that demonstrate the correct pronunciation of the Greek alphabet.

It's essential to become familiar with the sounds of the Greek letters before moving on to more complex aspects of the Greek language. Practice regularly to improve your pronunciation skills and develop a natural feel for the Greek sounds.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we learned the names and pronunciations of the 24 Greek letters. The Greek alphabet is the foundation of the Greek language and plays a vital role in reading, writing, and pronouncing words correctly in Modern Greek.

Next, we will explore diphthongs and special combinations in the Greek language, which will further enhance our understanding of Greek pronunciation and spelling.

Table of Contents - Modern Greek (1453-) Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Greek Alphabet


Basic Greetings and Phrases


Nouns and Articles


Numbers and Time


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Verbs and Tenses


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


Family and Relationships


Greek Traditions and Customs


Greek History and Geography



Other Lessons[edit | edit source]



Next Lesson — Diphthongs and Special Combinations ▶️

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