καλή διασκέδαση
kali diaskedasi
To say 'have a good time' in Greek, use καλή διασκέδαση (kali diaskedasi).
καλή διασκέδαση is a phrase used to wish someone enjoyment during an activity or event.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to 'good amusement' or 'good fun'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase is in the accusative case, which is the standard way in Greek to express a wish or a greeting, similar to saying 'May you have a good time'.
How do you pronounce it?
kali diaskedasi
When do people say it?
When someone says καλή διασκέδαση, the standard response is Ευχαριστώ! (Thank you!).
Did you know?
- The word διασκέδαση comes from the verb διασκεδάζω, which is rooted in the idea of 'dispelling' or 'scattering' heavy or bad moods.
- While καλή διασκέδαση is perfect for a party, if you are wishing someone a good time at a meal, Greeks often prefer to say καλή όρεξη, which means 'good appetite'.
- In Greek, you can use the noun διασκέδαση to refer to the entire concept of 'nightlife' or 'partying' in a city, rather than just a single event.
Examples in context
- Καλή διασκέδαση.Have a good time.This example shows how to use καλή διασκέδαση as a standalone wish.Tatoeba #1319422 by enteka, translation #21269 by CK
- Φεύγω για διακοπές στη Κρήτη! / Ω, πολύ ωραία! Να περάσετε καλά!I'm going on vacation to Crete! / Oh, that's wonderful! Have a good time!
- Καλή διασκέδαση στο πάρτι απόψε!Kalí diaskéasi sto párti apópse!Have a good time at the party tonight!
- Σας εύχομαι καλή διασκέδαση στο ταξίδι σας.Sas éfchomai kalí diaskéasi sto taxídi sas.I wish you have a good time on your trip.
Example conversation
Anastasia is leaving for a concert and talking to Kostas.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΦεύγω τώρα για τη συναυλία!Fevgo tora gia ti synavlia!I'm leaving for the concert now!
- Κώστας KostasΩραία! Καλή διασκέδαση, Αναστασία.Oraia! Kali diaskedasi, Anastasia.Great! Have a good time, Anastasia.
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΕυχαριστώ πολύ, Κώστα!Efcharisto poly, Kosta!Thank you very much, Kostas!
- Κώστας KostasΠαρακαλώ, θα περιμένω να μου πεις πώς ήταν.Parakalo, tha perimeno na mou peis pos itan.You're welcome, I'll wait for you to tell me how it was.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
