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Fygame! Greek Language Book – Off we go to learn Greek! + AUDIO

Fygame! Φύγαμε για ελληνικά!  The Story Behind Omilo’s Greek Language Book

How do you keep improving your Greek after returning home from an intensive language course in Greece?

This was a question we often heard from Omilo students,  and it eventually led to the creation of «Φύγαμε για ελληνικά!» (Fygame gia Ellinika – Off we go to learn Greek!), our language book for intermediate learners of Modern Greek.

Written by experienced Omilo teachers Marina Braila, Konstantinos Oikonomou and the late Dora Stoimenidou,
the book is the result of many years of teaching Greek to adult students from all over the world.

Today, Φύγαμε για ελληνικά! is used not only by Omilo students, but also by teachers and schools teaching Modern Greek in different countries.

And now we have made a new video to give you a closer look inside the book!
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Greek active and passive verbs; “I rent” or “it is for rent”

Active and passive verbs can be one of the more confusing parts of Greek grammar, and they definitely take a little practice.

But don’t worry: σιγά-σιγά (siga-siga), little by little!

In this lesson, we’ll look at how to say “I rent” using the active form of the verb, as well as how the passive form is used when we want to say that something “is for rent.”

We’ll explain the difference, look at how the verb changes, and give you practical examples so you can start recognising and using both forms with confidence.

Prefer to watch and listen first?

Click here  and listen to the video first, and then come back to the lesson below

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Easy Greek Stories Podcast #40 – What’s Up with the Number 40 in Greece?

Easy Greek Stories podcast -no.40

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 the same story, narrated at a normal Greek native speaking pace, as well as an extra vocabulary list at the end.

Already 40 stories, and they are free!
(Note: this podcast is not a Greek course and the episodes don’t follow a step-by-step grammar or difficulty sequence)

Listen to story #40 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 40; Τι συμβαίνει στην Ελλάδα με το σαράντα;
What’s Up with the Number 40 in Greece?

This story is about how the number 40 is used in Greece, and in how many situations you come across this number.

Author story, Podcast script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast narrator;  Myrto Yfanti
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FAQ; How can I continue learning Greek after returning home?

One of the most common questions we receive from Omilo students is:

“How can I continue learning Greek after returning home?”

The good news is that there are many ways to keep improving your Greek, even if you no longer on holidays in Greece, or live in Greece…

Learning Greek doesn’t stop when your lessons or visit to Greece finish.

In fact, the students who make the fastest progress are usually those who stay in contact with the language a little every week.

The good news?

You don’t need to study for hours.

Even 10–15 minutes a day can make a real difference.

That’s why, over the past 30 years, we’ve created a growing collection of:

  • eBooks
  • Podcasts
  • Easy Readers
  • Videos
  • Grammar Guides
  • Materials related to Greek culture

…so you can continue learning any time, any place.

Start  Today (for Free)

I’m looking for free materials

–> Start with our collection of free eBooks, podcast samples, videos and worksheets.
There is something for any language level

➜ click here for our Free Greek eBook Resources

➜Free Podcasts –> click here

➜Free Language lesson Videos on YouTube


How do you like learning Greek?

Not sure where to start?

Choose the way you enjoy learning Greek, and we’ll guide you to the right materials.

‍ I like learning with a teacher.

Continue with online Greek lessons from anywhere in the world.

➜ Online Greek Lessons

Or visit Athens, and take private lessons on the days convenient to you

➜ Private Greek Lessons

Greek language courses in Greece, combined with cultural activities, on various locations ;
fun 1- or 2-week programs,  with small groups, cultural activities, and personal attention.

➜ 1- or 2-week group courses

I enjoy studying on my own.

Discover our collection of grammar books, vocabulary eBooks and practice material.

➜ Greek eBooks

I learn by listening.

Improve your Greek while walking, driving or cooking with our podcasts and audio material.

➜ Podcasts & Audio

–> Reading and listening with Audio

–> Songs

I love reading.

Read easy readers, stories and texts adapted to your level.

➜ Lydia Easy Reader 1 (for Beginners)

–> Lydia Easy Reader 2 (Intermediate)

–> Easy Greek Stories  Notebooks

–> –> Reading and listening with Audio

I want to improve my grammar.

Practice verbs, prepositions, passive voice and much more.

➜ Grammar eBooks

I enjoy Greek culture.

Songs, traditions, customs, history and articles about modern Greece.

➜ Greek Culture Resources; Art and Music

–> About Greece and Traditions

eShop masaresi.com

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 web shop 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 !
And in the meantime,  you still get fast and reliable access to the resources you need.

Visit masaresi.com to view all Omilo eBooks »

How I find the eBooks for my language level?

I like different things, but would prefer to know which materials are ideal for my level in Greek?

eBooks per level

–> Click here for another webpage,
where you can find most of our materials divided over different language levels

➜ click here for our Free Greek eBook Resources

Still not sure about your level or which material is right for you?

Tell us:

✅ your level

✅ your goals

✅ how much time you have each week

and we’ll recommend the best Omilo materials for you.

Contact info@omilo.com

 

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Easy Greek Stories Podcast #39 – Be patient…everything will be OK!

Easy Greek Stories podcast -no.39

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 the same story, narrated at a normal Greek native speaking pace, as well as an extra vocabulary list at the end.

Already 40 stories, and they are free!
(Note: this podcast is not a Greek course and the episodes don’t follow a step-by-step grammar or difficulty sequence)

Listen to story #39 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 39; Υπομονή,όλα θα πάνε καλά!
Be patient…everything will be OK!

This is a  story about a woman from Finland, breaking her leg in Athens, and ending up in a Greek public hospital. She experiences another side of Greece!

Author story, Podcast script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast narrator;  Myrto Yfanti
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Greek Expressions; “See you!” and “We will see!”

The Greek Expressions for “See you” or “We will see” are used on a daily basis, but….
Don’t mix them up in Greek! 

Ever had that awkward moment when you confidently say something in Greek… and your Greek friend gives you that look?
Yeah! we’ve all been there.

Today’s Greek lesson is all about two tiny expressions that sound similar but mean totally different things.
They’re both super common, and if you’re visiting Greece, you’ll hear them all the time.

But warning: mixing them up is a classic Greek learner’s blooper! Let’s fix that today

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Aoristos vs Paratatikos – the Greek verb “I forget” in past tenses

Aoristos vs Paratatikos in Greek: The Verb «ξεχνάω» (I forget)

Learning how to talk about the past in Greek can feel tricky, but it becomes much clearer when you focus on one verb at a time.
In this article, we’ll explore the verb «ξεχνάω» (I forget) in present, aoristos (past simple), and paratatikos (past continuous).
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Learn the Greek verb ‘to do | to make’ and useful sentences

How to say “I do” in Greek and other useful sentences with this verb?

One of the most important verbs that you need to memorize when starting learning Greek is the verb “κάνω” = I do or I make

It is an easy verb that we use in many everyday phrases. Below you will find some important expressions and some useful tips on how to use this verb.

Let’s have a look!

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Easy Greek Stories Podcast #38 – Carnival…Greek Style!

Easy Greek Stories podcast -no.38

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 the same story, narrated at a normal Greek native speaking pace, as well as an extra vocabulary list at the end.

Already 40 stories, and they are free!
(Note: this podcast is not a Greek course and the episodes don’t follow a step-by-step grammar or difficulty sequence)

Listen to story #38 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 38; Καρναβάλι… αλά ελληνικά !

Carnival… Greek style !

 a story about 2 friends going to Edessa for the 3-day Carnival weekend, celebrating carnival in an unexpected way, but really fun.

Author story, Podcast script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast narrator;  Myrto Yfanti
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Learn the Greek Verb “to sell”, in present and future tense

Learning Greek verbs and how to conjugate them, is very important for those starting to learn Greek
So here a small lesson 🙂
Learn the Greek Verb “to sell” –> πουλάω,
in present and future tense,
as well as useful sentences, such as  “it is sold” or “for sale” .

If you prefer to watch and listen to the video first, then click here 

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