How to Say “Hi” in Ancient Greek
Ancient Greek had no separate casual ‘hi’ next to a formal ‘hello’. The same word, χαῖρε (chaire), covered both.
How to Say “Nap” in Greek
The Greek word for nap is υπνάκος. υπνάκος is a masculine noun meaning a short period of sleep, especially during the day.
How to Say “Salmon” in Greek
The Greek word for salmon is σολομός. σολομός is a masculine noun used to refer to the fish species salmon.
How to Say “How Is Your Day?” in Greek
To ask “how is your day?” in Greek, say πώς πάει η μέρα σου. πώς πάει η μέρα σου asks someone how their day has been going so far.
How to Say “Do You Speak Greek?” in Greek
To ask do you speak greek? in Greek, say Μιλάτε ελληνικά. This polite form suits strangers, elders and groups.
How to Say “Black” in Ancient Greek
In Ancient Greek, ‘black’ for a masculine noun is μέλας (melas).
How to Say “I Know” in Greek
The English phrase “I know” is translated into Greek as Ξέρω. Ξέρω is used to assert that you possess a specific answer, fact or piece of information.
How to Say “Torture” in Greek
The English word “torture” is translated into Greek as βασανιστήριο. The noun βασανιστήριο refers to the intentional causing of someone’s agony.