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Greek Verbs; Learn The Verb “I wash”, In Active and Passive Form + Video

How to say “I wash” or “I wash myself”  in Greek.
Learn the active and passive form of this verb

THIS PART OF GRAMMAR MIGHT BE CONFUSING, AND NEEDS SOME PRACTICE.

But do not worry, siga-siga!

When you learn Greek, a difficult part in grammar is the use of active and passive verbs.
Most students get confused, since it is not something you learn in other European languages.

So here below, we will explain the verb “to wash” in its active form, as well as  “to be washed” in the passive form.
If you prefer to watch and listen to the video first, then click here

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The Vasilopita-The Greek New Year Cake

The Vasilopita is a nice Greek Tradition , a special cake for the New Year. When cutting the cake into slices on New Year’s Day, Greeks will name each slice as they cut it, after everyone in the family and friends. Usually, also a coin is hidden in the bottom of the cake. Whoever is lucky enough to get the coin in their slice is considered especially blessed in the coming year! So maybe a nice Greek tradition to also try it with your family and friends back home?

Click here to read the article in Greek and listen to the Audio

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Easy Greek Stories Podcast #27 – From Kastoria to Kalamata

Easy Greek Stories podcast –  From Kastoria to Kalamata
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.

Every 2nd month one new Greek story. And it is 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 #27 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 27;Από την Καστοριά στην Καλαμάτα | From Kastoria to Kalamata

In this episode, Eva reads for you the story about two tourists from the Philippines visiting Greece, and how they ended up in Kastoria.  

Podcast story script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast and Video montage + Notebook proofreading and grammar; Myrto Yfanti
Podcast narrator;  Eva Christodoulou
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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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The verb “to go” and Easy Greek Expressions

Let’s learn the verb “to go”, and at the same time some easy sentences and expressions.
The Greek language has a lot of grammar, long words, an accent on every word with more than 1 syllable, a very rich vocabulary,
expressions and difficult spelling. However, do not worry!
Let’s look at it from the positive side, since there are also some easy things you can quickly learn and use on a daily basis.
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How to say “I rent” and “it is for rent” in Greek + Video

How to say “I rent” or “it is for rent”  in Greek?
Learn the active and passive form of this verb

THIS PART OF GRAMMAR MIGHT BE CONFUSING, AND NEEDS SOME PRACTICE.

But do not worry, siga-siga!

When you learn Greek, a difficult part in grammar is the use of active and passive verbs.
Most students get confused, since it is not something you learn in other European languages.

So here below, we will explain the verb “to rent” in its active form, as well as  “it is for rent” in the passive form.
If you prefer to watch and listen to the video first, then click here

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Easy Greek Stories Podcast #26 – A paradise for men only

Easy Greek Stories podcast –  A paradise for men only
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.

Every 2nd month one new Greek story. And it is 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 #26 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 26; Ένας παράδεισος μόνο για άντρες | A paradise for men only

In this episode, Myrto reads for you the story about the monasteries on Mount Athos, and how somebody started living and working there

Podcast story script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast and Video montage + Notebook proofreading and grammar; Myrto Yfanti
Podcast narrator;  Myrto Yfanti
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Learn the verb “to be late” and useful sentences in Greek + Video

How to say “I am late” or “I will be late”  in Greek?
Learn this useful verb and daily Greek language sentences.

 

Here below, teacher Terpsi will explain the verb “to be late” in its active form, as well as useful sentences
If you prefer to watch and listen to the video first, then click here

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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 Greek Stories Podcast #25 – The Good Policeman

Easy Greek Stories podcast –  The good policeman
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.

Every month one new Greek story. And it is 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 #25 on various Podcast channels listed below.

Story 25;  Ο καλός αστυνομικός | The Good Policeman

In this episode,  Eva reads for you the story about why Yiannis goes to Corfu, and ends up staying more days than planned.

Podcast story script +  Notebook content & design ; Maya Andreadi
Podcast and Video montage + Notebook proofreading and grammar; Myrto Yfanti
Podcast narrator;  Eva Christodoulou
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