,

Publications and online materials to learn Greek

made by Omilo

Which Greek 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 a wide range of eBooks, designed to help you improve your Greek at your own pace and level.
Whether you’re a complete beginner, an intermediate speaker, or getting close to fluency, we love to help you out.

But we also know it can be confusing to choose the right material , especially since some topics (like proverbs or songs) are enjoyable for everyone, no matter the level!

So to help you out, here’s an overview of our eBooks, organized by language level and learning focus.

Take a look below and find your next favorite Greek resource!

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Where can you purchase these materials?

At Omilo, our main focus is organizing high-quality Greek language courses in Greece — with small groups, cultural activities, and personal attention.
Since we dedicate most of our time to teaching and supporting our students, or creating materials when we have no groups running,
we chose not to run a webshop ourselves.

Instead, all our eBooks are available through our trusted partner masaresi.com ;
an independent online shop specialized in Greek learning materials and cultural products.

On masaresi.com, you can easily:

  • Browse all the Omilo eBooks

  • Pay securely with debit or credit card

  • Download your materials instantly

This allows us to focus on what we do best — teaching Greek — while you still get fast and reliable access to the resources you need.

Visit masaresi.com to view all Omilo eBooks »


Ready?
Then scroll down and find the Best Materials for your level!

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Beginner (A1–A2)

If you’re just starting to learn Greek,  or you know a few basic words and phrases but still feel unsure in conversations,
then you’re likely at the Beginner level (A1–A2).

At this stage, the focus is on:

  • Building simple vocabulary, daily Greek language

  • Learning everyday expressions or wishes, which you can use every day.

  • Understanding basic grammar, and how to conjugate verbs

  • Practicing pronunciation and reading

It’s the perfect time to develop a strong foundation, and the eBooks below are designed to help you do exactly that.

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eBooks for Beginner Levels

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→ Learn how to conjugate verbs of this category, with grammar explanations and useful sentences, + exercises and answer key
–>  https://masaresi.com/product/verb-ebook-category-a/

 

  • Learn How To Conjugate Greek Verbs of Group B1 and B2 , With Grammar Intro & Videos

→ Learn how to conjugate verbs of those 2 categories, with grammar explanations and useful sentences, + exercises and answer key
–>  https://masaresi.com/product/learn-how-to-conjugate-greek-verbs-b-category/

Intermediate (B1–B2)

 

At the Intermediate level, you’re no longer a beginner . μπράβο!!

You can already handle basic conversations, read short texts, and understand the general idea of spoken Greek.

Now it’s time to:

  • Expand your vocabulary

  • Use more complex grammar (like verb tenses and cases)

  • Improve your listening and speaking confidence

  • Understand and join real-life conversations

The eBooks in this section will help you break through the “intermediate plateau” and move closer to fluency.

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eBooks for Intermediate levels

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  • Mastering Greek Prepositions

    → When it comes to forming sentences and thoughts in the Greek language, using the correct preposition is necessary.  In this e-book, we will analyze some very important prepositions, their meaning, and their syntax. At the same time you will find examples of several sentences (translations in English included), exercises, and answer key.
    https://masaresi.com/product/greek-prepositions/

  • The Lydia (2) Easy Reader; “A new life in Greece”

    → Easy reader in Greek,  intended for A2 – early stages of B1 Greek learners, and accompanied by the MP3 AUDIO-Book
    Hard copy; https://masaresi.com/product/lydia-2-hardcopy/
    eBook; https://masaresi.com/product/lydia-2-ebook/

 

 

Advanced (C1–C2)

If you’re at the Advanced level, you’re probably already using Greek regularly.
Maybe you are  living in Greece, working, or visiting Greek very often, or  just for the love of the language.

At this stage, your goals often include:

  • Understanding native-level content (news, stories, idioms)

  • Expressing opinions clearly and naturally

  • Refining your grammar and pronunciation

  • Sounding more like a native speaker

Our advanced eBooks are designed to challenge you, help you grow, and enjoy the richness of modern Greek language and culture.

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eBooks for Advanced Levels

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  • Learn how to conjugate Greek passive verbs of C1 and C2 groups

 

→  Learn more about the passive verbs, the syntax phenomena, with videos, exercises, answer key, etc..
                all info here;https://masaresi.com/product/conjugate-greek-passive-verbs/

 

  • Greek Compound Verbs and Prepositions, for Advanced Levels

    → deepen your understanding of Greek prepositions and the compound verbs you can form with them.
    Starting with the meaning of key Greek prepositions, it lays the groundwork for mastering more complex verb structures.
    Complete with exercises, an answer key, and English translations, this eBook is the perfect tool to refine your grammar and boost your vocabulary.
    https://masaresi.com/product/compound-verbs-and-prepositions/

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What Do Learners Say About the Omilo eBooks?

Over the years, many students from around the world have used our eBooks to support their Greek learning journey.
Some students have attended a course in Greece, others used the materials with teachers abroad, and others use it to study by themselves from home.

Here’s what some of them have shared:

Hello Omilo-team

I would like to share how much I love your materials! Really and truly, I learn so much from them.
Sometimes I’m too quick to read them once and move on, when I should stick with one story longer, practicing it longer.
I have just about everything from your site. I really enjoyed the easy short story #12, about Φάνης και Ντίλαν. It made me laugh.

Thank you for all the work you all do to help us learn the beloved Greek language!

Regards, Lisa Efthymiou, USA

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Since a few years my study-buddy and I practice Greek together via Skype. Now that we have reached a certain level in grammar, reading, writing and speaking, we find it important to make listening a spearhead. Because listening and understanding what is being said is the most difficult thing in a foreign language. But we want to practice in a fun way. Omilo’s Podcasts offer us that opportunity. They are fun stories, to listen to at different speeds. The stories are spoken by professional native speaker in a very nice way, so nice to listen to, and the exercises in the Notebook give us the depth we need. In addition, we also have a lot of fun with Figame sta ellinika. Fun listening exercises and varied challenging assignments. This keeps us motivated to keep improving our Greek. Thank you, Omilo!

ilse I, The Netherlands

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podcast testimonial

fygame book reference gonda van steen

 

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Greek courses in 2024 – Flashback and feedback from students

Greek Language and Culture courses 2024 – Flashback 

2025 is here, and we’re excited to welcome back familiar faces and meet new students in our courses ahead!
But before we dive into the nex experiences this year will bring, let’s hit pause and take a moment to celebrate all the amazing things we accomplished at Omilo in 2024.
The year flew by so fast, we hardly had time to even watch the photo-albums and enjoy all the nice memories.

First of all,
We would like to thank all our students that joined the
1- week intensive programs,
2-week intensive programs,
or were taking
 online lessons,
private lessons,

 

as well as those
purchasing Omilo Publications,
and supporting us on social media,
writing thank you emails,
etc…
Ευχαριστούμε πολύ!

Τι περίοδος! Θα θέλαμε να ευχαριστήσουμε όλους τους συμμετέχοντες που πήραν μέρος στα μαθήματα Ελληνικών του Ομιλώ για το 2024,
καθώς επίσης και όσους αγόρασαν τις δημοσιεύσεις του Ομιλώ, παρακολούθησαν διαδικτυακά μαθήματα και μας υποστήριξαν στα social media,
έγραψαν ευχαριστήρια emails, κ.λπ…

Before we will show Athens to our first 2025 group in March again,
here a small selection of photos, videos, and some testimonials and feedback we received during the 2024 courses !

 Πριν δείξουμε την Αθήνα στο επόμενο γκρουπ, εδώ θα δεις μια μικρή συλλογή από μερικά σχόλια
και ανατροφοδότηση που πήραμε κατά τη διάρκεια των προγραμμάτων του 2024.

Thank you so much, and wish you a very nice autumn and winter.
Ευχαριστούμε πολύ και σας ευχόμαστε όμορφο φθινόπωρο και χειμώνα.

Maya και Δημήτρης (The founders of the school)
maya dimitris andreadis

 

Photos of 1- and 2-week intensive Greek Language Holidays

Many photos have been posted on social media,
and every group received their special Photo Album, with a link.

If you are curious, then click here; you can find an album of 2024 every course  on Facebook.

 

Video’s on YouTube

Many videos are made all over the year, which you can watch on our YouTube channel.

Below some examples of videos taken during courses, testimonials, language lessons, podcast stories, general videos of Greece, etc..

Video’s of Intensive courses

Click below to watch a general video made during the 2024 Nafplion Easter course

Click below to watch a general video made during the 2024 Naxos course

Video’s with Language Lessons

In case you didn’t know, at Omilo, we create a treasure of language materials and free video lessons!
It’s too much to fit those videos in this article,  but below is a link to give you better idea.
Click on the video below, and you will find our YouTube PLAYLIST, with all kinds of language videos
The scenarios of all language lessons are written by Maya and Myrto, and presented by various teachers, but in 2024 mainly by; Eva, Myrto and Myrtoula
Not sure who is who? Then click here and  can take a look at the description of the Omilo-team

Video’s with Podcast Stories

Apart from free language lessons, you can also find video’s of Podcast Stories
Maya wrote 6 more stories in 2024, and hopes to continue in 2025 as well.
Those stories are written for the Intermediate language level. They started as small stories in 2022, but over time became longer and longer 🙂
The stories are presented on Youtube or narrated on the Podcast Platforms, in 2024 mainly by Eva, Myrto and Sophia.
If you prefer not to listen to the stories on YouTube, you can also find them on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and other podcast channels
For all information about those stories, with Youtube links, or Podcast links, just click here and find the last 32 stories!

 

Music, Dance,  the Omilo-Song, and a lot of fun…

When listening to the video testimonials, you will hear many times the word “fun”!

Yes, at Omilo, learning Greek is not boring, but really fun! Not only the Greek lessons are fun, with a lot of variety and interaction, but also the afternoon activities

Also, every year we have several students with musical talent, as well as a lot of students with dancing talent

Also in 2024, we danced, we sang, we had fun… Of course, always after the Greek lessons 🙂

Below some videos to get a better idea

Greek dancing lesson;

greek dancing

Greek songs by students;

Eva and Andreas

Don and his jazz songs

Mikka and Linea, and classmates

greek songs syros

Learning Greek songs

greek songs syros

The special Omilo song,
created by Stephany and Ellen (Syros, Sept 2023)

omilo greek song


testimonials – WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS SAY

Organizing courses, creating materials, offering cultural activities and  producing videos is what we do—but Omilo wouldn’t exist without you, our amazing students!
Your enthusiasm and support have made it possible for us to keep going strong for 27 incredible years.

Your feedback and the ongoing conversations between students, teachers, and our admin team inspire us to keep evolving. Every year, we refine our programs to ensure they deliver not just top-notch language learning but also memorable experiences filled with fun, laughter, and new friendships from around the globe.

We’re especially grateful to the students who’ve shared their Omilo stories on video.
These heartfelt testimonials, set against a beautiful Greek background,  let others see what it’s like to be part of the Omilo family.

Click here and listen to the feedback of different students
on our YouTube Channel.
testimonials youtube

NOTE
Several  of testimonials taken during Athens, Syros and Naxos courses in 2024 are not included yet,
since Maya did not have time yet to edit and subtitle them, but they will be uploaded during the following months.

Χαρήκαμε πολύ που τόσοι μαθητές ήταν πρόθυμοι να πουν κάτι σε βίντεο! Έτσι, μπορείς να πάρεις μια καλύτερη ιδέα, με όμορφο φόντο από την Ελλάδα .
Άκουσε διάφορους μαθητές μας στο κανάλι μας στο YouTube.

Σημείωση: Αν σου αρέσουν αυτά που λένε οι μαθητές, μην ξεχάσεις να πατήσεις “LIKE” ή να γράψεις το σχόλιό σου κάτω από το βίντεο.
Τα τελευταία βίντεο δεν συμπεριλαμβάνονται, καθώς η Maya δεν είχε ακόμα χρόνο να τα επεξεργαστεί και να βάλει τους υπότιτλους.

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Why (most) students speak  in their mother tongue on the video and not in Greek?

Γιατί οι μαθητές στα βίντεο μιλάνε στη μητρική τους γλώσσα και όχι στα Ελληνικά;

Although students know Greek, and could also say many things in Greek, we usually advise them to talk on the video in their mother-tongue.
The reason is that they can express themselves much better with the vocabulary and expressions they like to use, and they also feel better to be in front of a camera.
Another reason is that sometimes “unwanted visitors” , who are not related to Omilo, watch those testimonials and write nasty comments under the video,
in case the person makes a mistake in Greek. Unfortunately we can not control the internet, but we would like to protect our students from unnecessary comments.
At Omilo, we all know your Greek is good, you improve, you try to speak, you love the language, but there is no reason to prove it in front of the entire digital world.

Αν και οι μαθητές ξέρουν Ελληνικά και θα μπορούσαν να πουν πολλά στη γλώσσα αυτή, συνήθως τους συμβουλεύουμε να μιλήσουν στο βίντεο στη μητρική τους γλώσσα.
Ο λόγος είναι ότι μπορούν να εκφράσουν όσα θέλουν πολύ καλύτερα με το λεξιλόγιο και τις εκφράσεις που τους αρέσει να χρησιμοποιούν.
Επίσης, έτσι αισθάνονται καλύτερα όταν βρίσκονται μπροστά από την κάμερα.
Ένας άλλος λόγος είναι ότι μερικές φορές «ανεπιθύμητοι επισκέπτες» που δεν έχουν σχέση με το Ομιλώ,
παρακολουθούν τις κριτικές και γράφουν άσχημα σχόλια κάτω από τα βίντεο, σε περίπτωση που ο μαθητής που μιλάει κάνει ένα λάθος στα Ελληνικά.
Δυστυχώς δεν μπορούμε να ελέγξουμε το ίντερνετ, αλλά θα θέλαμε να προστατέψουμε τους μαθητές μας από περιττά σχόλια.
Στο Ομιλώ, όλοι ξέρουμε ότι τα Ελληνικά σου είναι καλά, ότι βελτιώνεσαι, ότι προσπαθείς να μιλήσεις και ότι αγαπάς τη γλώσσα!
Οπότε δεν υπάρχει λόγος να το αποδείξεις σε όλο τον ψηφιακό κόσμο. 

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What our students write!

Ready to Travel with our students to
Athens, Nafplion, Lefkada,  Syros and Naxos?
Πάμε…
Read some feedback that was sent to us by email, or on google.

1. ATHENS Courses (March, April, May, October, November)

Isabelle K., GERMANY

(Translated by Google) I did a two-week language course in Athens and was very enthusiastic. The lessons are very varied, a lot of emphasis is placed on speaking and grammar is not neglected either.
The teachers are committed, work with a lot of passion and every student is cared for and cared for (with Greek:))
In addition, there is an extensive cultural program, e.g. a walk through the picturesque streets of Anafiotika, attending a concert,
exhibitions, several visits to taverns together with the teachers, where you also have the opportunity to speak Greek. It was my first time at Omilo and I’ll definitely be back!
Many thanks to Marina, Myrto, Konstantinos, Maya, Vaso and Dimitri (I hope I didn’t forget anyone)
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Erika L, AUSTRIA

Great school; great, highly qualified, lovely teachers; small groups and an extensive accompanying programme
(concert, lunch and dinner in a tavern, museum and city tour, interesting lectures at school).
The lessons are of a high standard and are a lot of fun.

You have to travel half an hour by metro from the centre to the school, but that doesn’t matter:
the metro runs very frequently and you get to experience a bit of everyday life in Athens.
One clear sign for the quality of the school and the teachers: a lot of students keep coming back, including me!
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Dhya A., UK

This is a great school for adults to learn Greek! The staff are knowledgeable and experienced and they understand how to work with adults.
They are quick at adapting to the students in the class and adjust the pace and topics to match the group.
The length of classes, typically 3hrs in the morning, is ideal and they offer a range of Greek experiences to take up some of afternoons and evenings.
At all times they encourage you to keep speaking in Greek without beating you over the head with it!
Highly recommended!

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Irene D.C, THE NETHERLANDS

The Athens course for me it was an opportunity to see if I’m still capable of undertaking something like this by myself,

and finding  out that learning a new language is still relatively easy for me. And that it still gives me a lot of pleasure!
It was nice that several meals were  included. I went to Athens by myself and was very glad to be able to eat with the (very nice!) members
of my class and teachers a couple of  times.

I liked the activities and museum visits. The presentation by Kostantinos was amazing;
I don’t know much about Greek music but his presentation introduced me to some beautiful  songs!
For this I’m very grateful. The information about day to day life in Athens was also very interesting. Learning some slang, nice extra!
I am very satisfied with the administration and organisation of Omilo! Excellent communication.
I wish I’d taken more time to read all the information you gave before coming to the course!
So, I had a fantastic week in Athens and a wonderful experience with Omilo.
I will definitely continue to learn Greek with the various Omilo learning materials, online,  and I really hope to come back next year. Μπράβο Ομιλώ!

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Marina M.,  USA

I have now been three times to Omilo, twice in Athens and once on Syros. It’s been a great experience each time.
The programs are very well organized, and the teaching is excellent —
the teachers are talented and knowledgeable, and they keep things active so that you feel engaged in the classroom and don’t have time to get bored. 🙂
The school also organizes optional outings with a variety of activities for different tastes.
Most of all, though, the people are wonderful! They are all kind, welcoming, and enthusiastic.
Σας ευχαριστώ όλους και ελπίζω να σας δω σύντομα!

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Martine n, FRANCE

Une très belle expérience avec Omilo !
Des professeurs très expérimentés et sympathiques qui utilisent une méthode “active “.
Des activités culturelles proposées par des professeurs souriants ,on apprend et on se cultive avec plaisir, dans la convivialité.
Ευχαριστώ πολύ!!!
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 2. NAFPLION EASTER COURSE (April)

Sarah G., UK


Two weeks ago I went on my first Omilo Greek language course in Nafplion. It was absolutely outstanding. I enjoyed every single minute of the teaching, the wonderful people on the course, the destination, the activities, and fun and the laughter. I would definitely recommend Omilo to anyone, beginner or more advanced student of the Greek language, for brilliant teaching, connecting with like-minded people, and for immersion into Greece and its culture. I will definitely be booking another Omilo course in the future.

Καλημέρα υπέροχη ομάδα Omilo,

Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ για τόσο υπέροχη εβδομάδα στο Ναύπλιο.
Μου άρεσε κάθε λεπτό και η διδασκαλία ήταν εξαιρετική.  Και μια τόσο όμορφη ομάδα ανθρώπων.
Σίγουρα θα επιστρέψω με τον Omilo.
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 3. LEFKADA Course (June)

Helen O’., UK


As a newby, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. However, I was so impressed by the professionalism of the teaching team and the way everything just worked!  I liked how the lessons were taught. Although each of the teachers had their own teaching style, they complemented each other really well…which helped with the learning experience.I liked the activities and the effort that was made to ensure that our Omilo experience wasn’t just learning the language but also experiencing aspects of Greek culture. Apart from the wine and cheese evening ;-), I think my favourite was the documentary film about the farmer in a small village who  played Bach (?) to his plants. It was interesting to follow him through a year and his attempts to bring work to the village.A special  shoutout goes to my very patient teachers and a big thank you to Nushka and Nicky from the Agatha Hotel, who live and breathe “filoxenia” as it used to be when I first went to Greece as a student.  Thank you all.
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 4. SYROS Courses (July till September)

Tatiana S., USA

I consider myself lucky to have found Omilo school for learning the modern Greek language.
This year I have completed a one-week course on a charming island of Syros.
Not only were we learning the language; we were also getting familiar with the country and the Greek culture.
The after-class programs were rich, compelling, and well organized.
During that week, we experienced some aorist, some rebetiko, some Agiorgitiko, some hasapiko, and 100% fun!
I really appreciate the effort of the Omilo skillful instructors,
whose dedication to the learning process was astonishing.
Special thanks to the Omilo founders (Maya and Dimitris) for making this happen.
I hope to continue learning Greek with OMILO.
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Kobi R., ISRAEL

I took the 2 weeks Greek lessons as a beginner. The course was intensive and demanding but with a ultra friendly and relaxing atmosphere.
The staff is amazing, Syros is a great place and the sea is relaxing. I highly recommend this place with this wonderful staff.
I consider coming there for another 2 weeks course next year.

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Jane B., FRANCE

(Translated by Google) Real teachers, real teamwork. Omilos teachers know how to perfectly lead and motivate a very heterogeneous group of adults and make learning fun through role-playing, singing and dancing. Some are, in addition to their teaching skills, true professionals in the artistic field.

Well done!
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De vrais pédagogues, un vrai travail d’équipe. Les enseignants d’Omilos savent parfaitement animer et motiver un groupe d’adultes très hétérogène et rendre l’apprentissage ludique par les jeux de rôle, le chant et la danse. Certains sont, en plus de leurs quaités pédagogiques, de vrais professionnels dans le domaine artistique.
Bravo!
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Jens H., GERMANY

(Translated by Google) Thank you very much for the Syros Group experience. I enjoyed your friendliness and humor. The classes were fun and the overall program interesting and entertaining. A special thanks for the personal support I received, I really appreciate it. We will meet again, in Syros or in one of your other beautiful places.

(Original)
Σας ευχαριστούμε πολύ για την εμπειρία του Ομίλου Σύρου. Μου άρεσε η φιλικότητα και το χιούμορ σας. Τα μαθήματα ήταν διασκεδαστικά και το συνολικό πρόγραμμα ενδιαφέρον και διασκεδαστικό. Ένα ιδιαίτερο ευχαριστώ για την προσωπική υποστήριξη που έλαβα, το εκτιμώ πολύ. Θα τα ξαναπούμε, στη Σύρο ή σε κάποιο από τα άλλα όμορφα μέρη σας.

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Dear Maya, dear Dimitris,

Thank you very much for the pictures and the video! I am somewhat „internet-shy“ indeed, so I would like to thank you via e-mail.
I very much enjoyed the two weeks in Syros, the good organisation, the motivated teachers and the spirit of seriousness (which makes a good contrast to fun). I would also like to thank you for the cultural events, which I found most interesting and inspiring.
I am impressed by all the teaching material you have developed, which makes it easy to contiue learning Greek…
I hope to see you again in the not too distant future. With my warmest regards to all the team!

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Jules, FRANCE

We loved being a part of the course, especially meeting all the wonderful tutors & our fellow students. Omilo has shown that even a complete beginner can make a start, thank you for giving me the confidence to go out & try! We shall continue our openness to learn & we hope to return to Omilo in the future…….. σε ευχαριστώ πάρα πολύ!
Happy memories of learning Greek dancing with fellow students!  φιλώ

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Stephany P., CANADA

I can’t say enough about my experience attending the one week Omilo course in Syros. The Omilo teachers and staff were not only talented and encouraging, but also open, warm, caring, and generous with their time, knowledge, and company. The group of curious, motivated, and friendly students (from all over the world!) also contributed to a positive learning environment.

In the intermediate class, we had a focused, playful, and supportive classroom dynamic. Our instructors pushed us to speak only Greek from the beginning, and all the students were open to the challenge. Four hours of class in the morning were followed by relaxing, exploring, practicing new language skills, and enriching evening activities. I felt a huge increase in my listening comprehension, speaking skills, vocabulary, and general confidence/comfort in the language over just one week.I’m returning home feeling re-energized and re-committed to continuing my Greek learning journey. Omilo will have a special place in my heart and I hope to keep learning with them in the future. Ευχαριστώ!

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Marguerite B, UK/FRANCE

Beautiful island, outstanding teaching and admin team.
The best and most relaxing way possible to learn and progress in Greek. It is not surprising that many students return.

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Cornelia S., GERMANY

This September I attended Omilo Greek classes for the third time. Once again I had such a great time…

phantastic atmosphere in Syros, enthusiastic and highly qualified teachers, very nice and interesting students from all over the world.
Only sunshine and delicious food. Learning with Omilo is a lot of “kefi” and fun.

Thank you very much to the Omilo team

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 5. NAXOS Course (October)

In 2024 we organized for the 2nd year in a row, the 1-week Naxos course.

Click below to listen to Susanne, who attended the 2023 as well as 2024 Naxos course

Anita V., BELGIUM

it was a pleasure to be back at the Omilo school, this time in Naxos.
Challenging learnings and meeting nice people amongst which the professional teachers.
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Mariette L., Switzerland

Liebes Omilo Team,
Gerne möchte ich mich bei euch allen herzlichst bedanken für eine wunderbare Woche in Naxos.
Einmal mehr kam ich in den Genuss, an eurer kreativen Art des Unterrichtens dieser so schönen Sprache teilzunehmen.
Eure empathische, freudige, humorvolle, lustvolle und so engagierte Art macht einfach Spass zu lernen,
ja, gerne auch Grammatik, und dranzubleiben. Und es macht Mut und Lust, die Sprache auch an Ort und Stelle anzuwenden,
beim Einkaufen, in der Taverne und natürlich im Unterricht.

Seit so vielen Jahren seid ihr nun mit einem ganz tollen Konzept unterwegs, denn auch das sogenannte Rahmenprogramm,
respektive das grossartige Angebot an kulturellen und geschichtsträchtigen Veranstaltungen,
die gar nicht so einfachen griechischen Tänze, ein Tagesausflug, feinste kulinarische Abende…
alles sehr inspirierend und in einer entspannten Atmosphäre mit tollen Menschen, da hat alles gestimmt.
Ebenfalls herzlich bedanken möchte ich mich für die geniale Organisation,
die ich als sehr entspannt und ausgewogen erlebte.
Alles wirkte so leicht, wohl wissend, dass so sehr viel Arbeit dahinter steckt.

Eigentlich schade, dass dieser Kurs nur für eine Woche stattgefunden hat.
Meine bisherigen Kursbesuche bei Omilo dauerten jeweils zwei Wochen, die waren intensiv und genauso wunderbar.

Danke für diese wunderbaren Tage, mit herzlichen Grüssen aus Luzern

(google translation)
Dear Omilo team,
I would like to thank you all for a wonderful week in Naxos.
Once again I had the pleasure of taking part in your creative way of teaching this beautiful language.
Your empathetic, joyful, humorous, enthusiastic and so committed way makes it fun to learn,
yes, even grammar, and to stick with it. And it gives you the courage and the desire to use the language on the spot,
when shopping, in the tavern and of course in class.

You have been on the road with a really great concept for so many years now,
because the so-called supporting program,
or rather the great range of cultural and historical events,
the not so easy Greek dances, a day trip, the finest culinary evenings…
all very inspiring and in a relaxed atmosphere with great people, everything was just right.

I would also like to thank you very much for the brilliant organization,
which I experienced as very relaxed and balanced.
Everything seemed so easy, knowing that there is so much work behind it.
It’s actually a shame that this course only lasted a week.
My previous courses at Omilo lasted two weeks, they were intensive and just as wonderful.
Thank you for these wonderful days, with warm greetings from Lucerne

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After all those memories, we are ready to start a new year once again.
We wish you a happy and healthy 2025, and hope to see you soon again. Stay in touch!

Καλή αντάμωση – Until we meet again!

Καλά να περάσετε – Have fun!

Στο καλό – Goodbye, all the best!

and…

Many, many wishes from your friends at Omilo

 

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The Omilo song! Performed and created by Omilo students :-)

The Omilo song is there! After 27 years of organizing Omilo Greek Language and Culture courses, we are very happy to finally have a song!
And even more amazing that it is created and performed, by Omilo-students 🙂

We thank Stephanie (Canada) and Ellen (USA), for their  cooperation  during the Syros September course in 2023, and their  little concert .
Both students met for the first time during a Syros course, and joined forces.
Ευχαριστούμε πολύ.
We are definitely going to sing it together again 🙂

Under the video, you will find the lyrics, so you can sing along 🙂

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Learning Greek on Naxos Island | Omilo

Do you want to join us and learn Greek on Naxos island?
Learning to speak Greek is usually more fun and easier when you are in Greece, and that is also the reason why the Omilo school started organizing Greek Language and Culture courses  in Greece. Since 1997 we have welcomed participants in various locations, such as Athens, Nea Makri, Limni (Evia), Hydra, Andros, Syros, Nafplion, Lefkada….
Because many students return every year and like to go to different areas in Greece, in 2023 we decided to add one more location to our programme….the island of Naxos.

Interested to join the Naxos Programme in October?
Then click here for more info about the 1-week Greek Language and Culture Programme

 

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We are looking for…

19/2/2024

We are actively looking for a Greek Language Teacher to join our team, and teach Greek as a foreign language, to adults.
Application deadline: Sunday 3 March 2024

Teacher of Greek as a foreign language, to adults

A teaching job at Omilo Greek Language and Culture means ;

You have a passion for teaching and a strong interest in culture.
The teaching hours are a combination of;

  • teaching on location in the Athens school (Maroussi)
    PLUS
  • teaching some hours/days online from your house,
    PLUS
  • teaching  +/- 7-10 weeks per year “out of Athens” , between April and October. (to be discussed)


Who is suitable for this work?

We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, responsible, and cheerful individual, who has a passion for teaching,
has strong communication skills in Greek and English, has a deep appreciation for culture, and likes to work within a team.

 HOW TO APPLY?

  • Please send your CV together with a motivation/cover letter in English or Greek to
    info@omilo.com
    Attn; Dimitris Andreadis
    If you prefer not to write a cover letter, then a short video introduction is also very welcome
    (you can record this on your smartphone and send to us)

Requirements

  • Good communication skills, and a passion for teaching
  • You must be living in Athens (i.e. having your own accommodation), so team-meetings and teaching in Maroussi is possible on a regular basis.
    (in case you live on Syros island, teaching from July till September is possible)
  • Native Greek speaker and proficiency in English
  • Computer literacy: a good working knowledge of the Internet, E-mail, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint is essential.
  • Cross-cultural awareness and flexibility
  • Able to cooperate with others, teamwork

What we offer?

  • A nice working environment, with adult students from all over the world, in a very international atmosphere.
  • Possibility to work in different locations in Greece, many times next to the beach!
  • Remote work, combined with teamwork in Athens, and Syros
  • Flexible hours
  • Competitive salary package

 

Application deadline: Sunday 3 March 2024

If you are interested in this opportunity, make sure you apply!  If not, please spread the word! (or share this link)

All applications will be treated in strictest confidentiality.

 

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Writing in Greeklish or using the Greek Alphabet?

The Greek alphabet is unique and special. It has survived thousands of years without significant changes. From the times of Omiros and Platonas, in Byzantine and Kavafis, it ended up in our times with barely any changes to it.
The Omilo teachers are happy to help you learning this beautiful Greek Alphabet!
And by the way, it is much easier than it might look.
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Black Week Sale – ebooks to learn Greek

This Black Friday, or rather “Black week”, is the perfect time to continue your Greek language journey with our exclusive eBook sale!

📚 Unlock Your Greek Potential: eBooks for Every Learner

Our collection of eBooks caters to all.Whether you’re a beginner eager to explore the beauty of the Greek language
or an advanced learner aiming for fluency, we have the perfect eBook for you.
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Syros island and amazing Hermoupolis

Syros island and Hermoupolis town, are locations our students love deeply.
Every Summer, since 2005, Omilo organizes Greek Language and Culture Courses on the Cycladic island of Syros.
After all those years, the island feels like a second home to the Omilo team, as well as to many returning students.
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Greek Etymology – Why we chose the name “Omilo” ?

Greek etymology, is something we often use in our Greek lessons.
But this time, we will use it to explain you a bit more about why we chose the name “omilo” or ” ομιλώ”.
“Omilo Greek Language and Culture” was founded in 1996, so we are around for many years 🙂 Even longer than “google” ! 🙂

And …in case you were wondering…

“Omilo” or “ομιλώ¨,  actually is a verb and means “I speak”!

Because at Omilo, we really try to focus on “speaking Greek”!

If you already know some Greek, then you now might wonder: Why “omilo” (ομιλώ) and not “milao” (μιλάω)?
Well, both verbs mean “I speak”, but the latter is more used in the everyday Greek language, so you will hear it more.

Careful; when you pronounce “omilo”, make sure you stress the LAST O, since also there is the stress in the verb; ομιλώ

Click here to read this article in Greek and listen to the Greek audio

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Easy Reader in Greek + Audiobook – “Lydia: A summer in Greece!”

In May 2019 the Greek Easy Reader was published at Omilo, and since then proved to have made Greek language learners very happy!
The  ‘Λυδία: Ένα καλοκαίρι στην Ελλάδα!’ (Lydia: A summer in Greece!) is written for students at the Beginner levels in Greek.

Click here to read this article in Greek

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