One of the most popular Greek songs, and one that almost every Greek can sing along to, is “Varka sto Gialo” (Boat on the Shore). At Omilo, language learning is always connected with culture. That’s why we regularly introduce our students to Greek singers, composers, and songs. And of course, we even dance to some […]
Experiencing Orthodox and Catholic Easter the same year! Yes, it is possible! Greek Orthodox Easter is celebrated by most Greeks, all over the world. But many people are also experiencing two different Easters in one family, depending on their cultural backgrounds.
When visiting Greece, it’s not only about delicious meals in cozy taverns and relaxing days at the beach (although… we highly recommend both ). Many travelers, especially our Omilo students, love to dive a little deeper: exploring ancient sites, attending concerts, or even experiencing a live theatre performance under the Greek sky. And here comes […]
Improving your Greek with publications and online materials, any time, any place Which Greek Publication or eBook is right for you? At Omilo, we know that every Greek learner is unique ; some love grammar, others prefer listening, and many just want to speak and be understood while enjoying Greek culture. That’s why we’ve created […]
It’s not always sunny… even in Greece, we have our rainy days! And of course, no Greek moment is complete without music to match the mood. For a day like this, listen to the beautiful rebetiko song «Πέφτουν της βροχής οι στάλες» (“Raindrops are falling”), composed by Vassilis Tsitsanis and sung by Sotiria Bellou.
Boost Your Greek and Learn Greek by Listening, Reading, and Practising (A1–A2 levels) Learning a new language is an exciting and rewarding experience, especially when you can see your progress and enjoy the process. Greek is no exception, although it might be a bit harder than learning other European languages. At beginner level, the key […]
Kathara Deftera, or Clean Monday, is an important day for Greeks. We celebrate the end of the Carnival and the beginning of fasting which leads to Easter (forty days later). In 2026, Καθαρά Δευτέρα will be on February 23rd.
Valentine day became the international day for romance, but in fact, any time of the year, is a good time, to listen to Greek Love Songs or Love stories! Do you agree? In general, Greeks are romantic! And this reflects in many love songs or real love stories… Let’s take a look…
Easy Greek Stories podcast -no.37 If you are at an intermediate level in Greek, then boost your Greek listening skills with the Omilo Podcast. It also helps you learn common everyday Greek vocabulary and life situations in Greece. In this podcast you can listen to every story first at a slow reading pace, followed by […]
Greek songs and Greek music are often the reason many Greek language learners decide to start learning Greek in the first place. Music creates an immediate emotional connection and makes the language feel alive, meaningful, and personal. Listening to Greek songs is a fun way to learn and build your vocabulary. You do not only […]
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