Today, we’re talking about some of the funniest and most unique place names in Greece. These aren’t actual city names, but rather creative words Greeks use to describe certain types of restaurants, clubs, and bars. Let’s check them out! Ρεμπετάδικο – “Rebetiko Tavern” A “ρεμπετάδικο” is a tavern where you can enjoy live rebetiko music—an […]
5 Useful Greek Expressions with “Βλέπω” and Their Meanings
Today, we’re going to explore some common Greek expressions with the verb “βλέπω.” These are everyday phrases that will help you sound like a native Greek speaker. Let’s get started! [Expression 1] Την είδα – “To have a high opinion of oneself” The first expression is την είδα, which means “to have a high opinion […]
Stop Saying ‘Ti Kaneis’ — 7 Better Ways to Say ‘How Are You’ in Greek!
Hello everyone, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek! Today we’re checking 7 REAL ways to say “How are you?” in Greek and sound like a local! Let’s get started! 1. Τι λέει; This one literally means “What does it say?” but in everyday Greek, it’s like saying “How’s it going?” Example: • Τι […]
How Greeks Really Use Καλά — It’s Not Just “Good”!
Hello everyone, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek! Today, we’re exploring some cool Greek expressions with the word καλά! Whether you’re thanking someone, talking about success, or even telling someone to mind their own business, καλά has got you covered! Let’s get started! 1️⃣ Να ‘σαι καλά / Να ‘στε καλά – “You’re […]
Greek Meze Explained: 8 Traditional Dishes You Need to Try
Transcript You sit down at a Greek taverna, order a drink, and suddenly — the table starts filling up with small plates. Welcome to the meze experience — the most delicious way to share a meal in Greece. Today, we’re tasting and exploring the stories behind some of the most iconic Greek meze dishes! Let’s […]
WHY GREEKS USE έλα ALL THE TIME – 8 USES YOU’LL LOVE
Transcript Today we’re diving into one of the most common words in everyday Greek: ‘Έλα’. You’ll hear it all the time, and it’s used in so many different ways! Whether you’re rushing someone, answering the phone, or even expressing disbelief, ‘Έλα’ is there for you. Let’s take a look at 8 ways to use Έλα […]
Stop Guessing! How to Form Plurals in Greek
TRANSCRIPT Hello everyone, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek. In this video, you’ll learn how to form any Greek word in plural with clear and easy-to-follow explanations. And useful tips on how to remember them! At the end of this video, I have a nice exercise for you to practice! Let’s get started! […]
5 GREEK SLANG YOU WON’T FIND IN TEXTBOOKS!
TRANSCRIPT Hello everyone, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek! Ever wondered how Greeks spice up their language with some slang? Today, I’m going to show you 5 crazy Greek expressions that will leave you scratching your head (and maybe laughing too)! 5 Greek Slang You Won’t Find in Textbooks! Let’s get started! 1. […]
The 100 Most Useful Greek Verbs for Everyday Speaking
TRANSCRIPT Hello, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek! In this video, we’ll go through the 100 most useful Greek verbs. I’ll say each verb in Greek, give you the pronunciation, and the English meaning. Don’t worry if it feels like a lot — just follow along, and we’ll make it fun! Let’s get […]
How to Describe People in Greek – Simple & Fun!
TRANSCRIPT Hello, I’m Thanasis and welcome back to Better Greek. If you’ve ever wanted to describe yourself or someone else in Greek — this is the lesson for you! Today we’re learning about appearances! What someone looks like — tall, short, blonde, handsome, the whole package. Let’s get started! 🚀 1. Appearance – Useful Vocabulary […]