πηγαίνω
pigaíno/piˈʝe.no/
The English verb "go" is translated into Greek as πηγαίνω (pigaíno). Wiktionary also lists πάω (páo).
Meaning: to move through space (especially from one place to another) (verb)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA |
|---|---|---|
| πηγαίνω | pigaíno | /piˈʝe.no/ |
| πάω | páo | /ˈpa.o/ |
The primary meaning of these terms is to move through space, specifically from one place to another.
Which one should you use?
While both terms can mean "I go" or "I am going", πάω is the more common, colloquial form used in everyday spoken Greek.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Both πάω and πηγαίνω are the first person singular present tense forms of the verb, meaning "I go" or "I am going".
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation of πηγαίνω is /piˈʝe.no/. It has 3 syllables and the stress is on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- The modern verb πηγαίνω was created through a linguistic mistake in the Middle Ages. Scholars wrongly analyzed an old word and applied a new pattern to it to make it sound like the verb for 'learn'.
- Greek speakers often use πάω to describe not just physical movement but the act of attending an event or visiting a professional like a doctor.
Examples in context
- Θα πάω να δω.I'll go see.This sentence demonstrates using πάω to express an intention to see something.Tatoeba #5613205 by Zeus, translation #2247754 by CK
- Θα πάω στο πάρκο.I'll go to the park.This sentence shows how to use πάω to indicate a destination like a park.Tatoeba #5612943 by Zeus, translation #550613 by CK
- Θα πάω στην Αθήνα.I will go to Athens.This sentence uses πάω to express traveling to a specific city.Tatoeba #2931548 by Zeus, translation #2528451 by BoriQa
- Πηγαίνω στο γραφείο.I am going to the office.
- Πηγαίνετε ευθεία.You go straight.
- Να πάτε στη συνάντηση.Go to the meeting.
- Πάω για καφέ.I am going for coffee.
- Πάμε για βόλτα;Shall we go for a walk?
- Πάει στο σπίτι της.She is going to her house.
- Πηγαίνει στο πάρτι.He is going to the party.
- 156 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Eleni and Nikos are deciding where to go for lunch.
- Ελένη EleniΠού πηγαίνω για καλό φαγητό;Pou pigaino gia kalo fagito?Where do I go for good food?
- Νίκος NikosΠηγαίνω σε μια ταβέρνα κοντά εδώ.Pigaino se mia taverna konta edo.I go to a tavern near here.
- Ελένη EleniΤότε πηγαίνω μαζί σου!Tote pigaino mazi sou!Then I go with you!
- Νίκος NikosΕντάξει, ας ξεκινήσουμε τώρα.Entaxei, as xekinisoume tora.Okay, let's start now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “go” translations and entries πηγαίνω, πάω, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries πάω, πηγαίνω, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
