How to Say “Giannis” in Greek

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Γιάννης
Giánnis/ˈʝa.nis/
Γιάννης (Giánnis) is the Greek way to say giannis.

How do you pronounce it?

The name is pronounced /ˈʝa.nis/ (Giánnis). It has 2 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st syllable.

Did you know?

  • The phrase είναι ένας Γιάννης can sometimes be used figuratively to describe a generic or 'everyman' person, reflecting the name's extreme popularity.
  • The name Γιάννης is the Greek equivalent of 'John', 'Ian', and 'Sean', all of which share the same ancient root.
  • Greek culture has many affectionate nicknames for Γιάννης, such as Γιαννάκης, which adds a diminutive suffix to show endearment or smallness.

Examples in context

  • Γεια σας, είμαι ο Γιάννης.
    Hello, I am Giannis.
  • Ο Γιάννης είναι εδώ.
    O Giannis einai edo.
    Giannis is here.

Example conversation

Anastasia is asking Nikos about a mutual friend.

  1. Αναστασία Anastasia

    Είδα τον Γιάννη χθες το βράδυ.
    Eida ton Gianni chthes to vradi.
    I saw Giannis last night.
  2. Νίκος Nikos

    Πού ήταν ο Γιάννης;
    Pou itan o Giannis?
    Where was Giannis?
  3. Αναστασία Anastasia

    Ο Γιάννης ήταν στο σινεμά.
    O Giannis itan sto sinema.
    Giannis was at the cinema.
  4. Νίκος Nikos

    Έχει πάντα καλές ιδέες.
    Echei panta kales idees.
    He always has good ideas.

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