Hey friends,
Hope you’re doing well! I’m thrilled with how our Daily Greek community is growing. It’s amazing to see everyone coming together to learn and connect.
Today, we have two exciting calls at 5 PM and 6 PM Greek time, and I’d love for you to join us!
- At 5 PM, we’ll kick things off with a community chill call—a relaxed session where we can connect, share, and have fun.
- At 6 PM, Margarita will teach a special lesson about Greek verbs.
If you haven’t joined yet, there’s still time! Sign up for a free trial today at www.skool.com/greek and you can hop on both calls. 😊
Now let’s dive into your weekly Greek inspiration!
Greek Quote of the Week
"Φίλοι είναι μια ψυχή που κατοικεί σε δύο σώματα."
"Friends are a single soul dwelling in two bodies."
– Aristotle
Let this timeless wisdom from Aristotle inspire you to cherish the deep connections in your life. 💙
Vocabulary of the Week: Family Gatherings
With Thanksgiving around the corner for our friends in the US, here’s some vocabulary to help you talk about family gatherings in Greek:
- Η οικογένεια (i oikogéneia) – the family
- Το τραπέζι (to trapézi) – the table
- Το γεύμα (to gévma) – the meal
- Η γιορτή (i giortí) – the celebration
- Ο συγγενής (o syggenís) – the relative
- Τα φαγητά (ta fagitá) – the food (plural)
- Η ευγνωμοσύνη (i evgnomosýni) – the gratitude
Use these words to describe your holiday gatherings!
Grammar Tip of the Week: Singular vs. Plural Articles
In Greek, articles change based on gender (masculine, feminine, neuter) and number (singular, plural). Here’s how it works:
Singular Articles
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Ο (o) – Masculine
Example: Ο φίλος (o fílos) – The friend (male). -
Η (i) – Feminine
Example: Η φίλη (i fíli) – The friend (female). -
ΤΟ (to) – Neuter
Example: Το παιδί (to pedí) – The child.
Plural Articles
ΟΙ (i) – Masculine and Feminine (same for both genders).
Example: Οι φίλοι (i fíli) – The friends (male or mixed group).
Example: Οι φίλες (i fíles) – The friends (female).
ΤΑ (ta) – Neuter.
Example: Τα παιδιά (ta pediá) – The children.
Fun Fact About Greece
Did you know that 80% of Greece is mountainous? That’s right—despite its fame for beaches, Greece is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe. Next time you visit, explore the stunning peaks of Mount Olympus or the serene slopes of Zagori!
Wishing you a wonderful week ahead filled with learning and connection! Don’t forget to join today’s calls and make the most of your Greek journey.
Warm regards,
Dimitris
