r/GREEK Sep 02 '16

If you are here considering getting a tattoo, please make a thread and ask us!

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r/GREEK Dec 21 '18

All the sidebar content (including study materials, links etc!) is in this post for easy visibility and access via mobile.

150 Upvotes

Since ~50% of the sub's traffic comes from mobile devices nowadays, I decided to address the issue of sidebar visibility by stickying its content in the front page.

Καλή μελέτη φίλοι μου!


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r/GREEK 3h ago

where can I watch “tis agapis maxairia” with eng subs?

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I saw an edit of this series and I want to watch it so badly but I need eng subs yet couldn’t find it. appreciated if you’d help


r/GREEK 4h ago

Same sound different letters??

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Hii, I’m very new to learning Greek (started this week) but I’m struggling with the difference between ε, υ, ι, η, ει, οι cause they (according to my book) all sound like /ee/
Same for ο, ω as they both sound like /o/
And γγ, γκ which both sounds like /ng/

When do you use which one?? Like is there some kind of rule here?? Do you just pick a favorite and stick with that…??? How does this work?😅


r/GREEK 1d ago

I had a confusing conversation with a Greek speaker

32 Upvotes

One of my teachers is a native Greek speaker so she gave optional basic Greek classes to volunteering students. I attended since I love learning languages in general, but I stumbled upon a topic that I had only seen on the internet

I told her that I've had a year of ancient Greek classes within my Latin course a few years ago and pointed out some shifts in pronunciation through history, but she claimed that Greek has pretty much never changed since Ancient Greek. I asked her then how there are so many ways to say [i] (ει, η, ι, υ, οι), and she brushed it off, saying it has always been like this

I know we can never know for sure how it sounded, but claiming that a language has stayed almost the exact same over CENTURIES feels unlikely. I'm not an expert, so can either native Greeks or language experts clarify who's right here? I don't mind being proven wrong, but I've seen this discussion on the internet before and I never thought I'd have this discussion in real life


r/GREEK 21h ago

Ό,τι vs ότι: The Simple Rule Greeks Still Mix Up

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Greek learners aren't the only ones who get confused by this one!

Learn when to use ό,τι and when to use ότι with simple explanations and clear examples.


r/GREEK 1d ago

Hella frustrated!

17 Upvotes

I’ve been learning Greek for about six months. I’m probably A1/A2 but was expecting I’d be further along by now.

For those of you who have high expectations and want to rush through the process, how do you remind yourself to slow down and enjoy the process?


r/GREEK 2d ago

Writing feedback please

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50 Upvotes

hi all, I just started learning Greek, and would appreciate some feedback on my handwriting of the Greek letters. I’m copying from a computer typeface and struggling a bit trying to figure out how people would actually write the letters by hand.

any tip, suggestion, criticism or feedback is welcome.


r/GREEK 1d ago

Greek verb conjugation

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r/GREEK 2d ago

Today I learned about Coptic script

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62 Upvotes

I had no idea that Coptic had its own script, and that it’s basically Greek script with a few tweaks.

Are there other languages that use Greek script like this?


r/GREEK 2d ago

Non-Google accurate translators?

2 Upvotes

I’ve been learning Greek for a few months now only on Duolingo, and finally picked up some easy children books to be able to read more fluently. So far I’ve used Google Translate, but I hate using it, and doubt its accuracy. I also don’t feel like supporting it’s now included AI as well. Are there any trustworthy translation apps or sites you’ve used? I heard DeepL but I’m pretty sure that’s AI as well.

All suggestions appreciated. Thank you! :3


r/GREEK 2d ago

How Greek Works – A Simple Guide for Beginners

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New to Greek? Start here!

This beginner-friendly guide gives you a clear overview of the Greek language and the foundations every learner needs.


r/GREEK 1d ago

Από τα βαθιά βγήκα με φόρα, έκανα την παραλία δική μου χώρα! Lago-Lago Λαγοκέφαλος

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r/GREEK 2d ago

Learn Greek in Irakleion or Online with Multi-Language Cafe

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r/GREEK 2d ago

How many different “ways” should I study?

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I know you’re not only supposed to use one app but that’s what I’m doing so far. Should I be using more than one app or what do they mean by that?

I know immersion is recommended and I do listen to Greek songs but that’s as far as it goes for me. Im not interested in podcasts or YouTubers in my native language so I won’t enjoy them in Greek either. But I do follow some Greeks on TikTok.

I have some Greek comic books at home but I don’t know enough Greek to read a single sentence.

I appreciate any tips!


r/GREEK 3d ago

Can anyone help with the writing on these plates? I think they are names but I’m not sure

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r/GREEK 3d ago

How to Master the Greek Accusative Case Without the Stress

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The Greek accusative doesn't have to be scary!

This beginner-friendly guide breaks it down with simple explanations and practical examples you'll actually remember.


r/GREEK 3d ago

Funny Greek Dialogues! 😂 | At Work #greekhumor

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r/GREEK 3d ago

Modern Greek and Ancient Greek Translation Needed

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Hello!

I’m wanting to get a tattoo in Greek but with every source and translator I’ve tried, they all come out different.

Would someone be able to please translate this sentence for me in both Modern Greek and Ancient Greek?

Thank you for the music.

It would mean the world to me, thank you so much for considering! :)


r/GREEK 3d ago

Has anyone used this book before? Teach yourself Complete Greek.

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12 Upvotes

I’d like to start learning Greek and am looking for a textbook that can teach me grammar. Thanks!


r/GREEK 2d ago

Είσαι μεταξύ 18 και 29 ετών; 🌸

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Στο πλαίσιο του μεταπτυχιακού μου προγράμματος, διεξάγω έρευνα που αφορά αποκλειστικά νέες και νέους 18-29 ετών, με τίτλο «Διαμόρφωση της θρησκευτικής ταυτότητας στην εφηβεία: Οικογενειακές και Ομότιμες Επιρροές σε Αναδρομική προσέγγιση» και θα χρειαζόμουν την βοηθειά σας!

Αν έχετε λίγα λεπτά η συμπλήρωση του παρακάτω ερωτηματολογίου θα μου έδινε χρήσιμα δεδομένα για την ολοκλήρωση της εργασίας μου.

Ποιους αφορά: αφορά νέους και νέες αποκλειστικά ηλικίας 18-29

Διάρκεια: Δεν θα κρατήσει πάνω απο 10λεπτα

Ανωνυμία: Οι απαντήσεις είναι ανώνυμες και θα χρησιμοποιηθούν αποκλειστικά για ακαδημαικους σκοπούς

​🔗 Μπορείς να βρεις το ερωτηματολόγιο εδω:

https://forms.gle/S5Jvq4qioyFzpVcQA

Κάθε απάντηση και καθε share μετράει απίστευτα!! Σας ευχαριστώ εκ των προτέρων!!


r/GREEK 4d ago

Got this sentence on Duolingo today 😉

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r/GREEK 4d ago

Tongue twisters

10 Upvotes

Could anyone please share one or more or even a list of Greek tongue twisters?


r/GREEK 4d ago

An Amazing Greek–English Bilingual Book for Kids: Από πού είμαι; – Where Am I From?

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Looking for a beautiful way to introduce children to Greek?

This Greek-English bilingual book is perfect for young learners and bilingual families, making language learning feel natural and fun.


r/GREEK 4d ago

Plourtahos vs Argios

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Am I the only one who things Giannis Plourtahos is better than Argiros? Plourtahos has such CLASSIC hits I don’t understand how most Greeks don’t listen to him as much. Is it just me??? I mean Argiros is great too but not as good as plourtahos IMO