μάθηση
máthisifeminine
The English word 'learning' is translated into Greek as μάθηση (máthisi).
μάθηση refers to the general action or process of learning.
Meaning: action of the verb (noun)
Which one should you use?
While μάθηση refers to the process of learning, the related form μάθημα is used when referring to a specific lesson or a subject of study.
How does it change in a sentence?
μάθηση is a feminine noun. It takes the form τη μάθηση when it is the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence, and the form της μάθησης when it means 'of learning' (genitive case).
How do you pronounce it?
máthisi
Did you know?
- The root of μάθηση is also the origin of the English word 'mathematics'.
- In certain Greek idioms, to 'have a lesson' or έχω μάθημα can imply that someone has been taught a hard lesson by life or a mistake.
- Greek distinguishes between μάθηση, the process of acquiring knowledge, and εκπαίδευση, which refers to the formal system of education.
Examples in context
- Το σχολίο είνα γιά να μάθηση!School is for learning!This sentence shows the use of μάθηση in the context of school.Tatoeba #4902600 by EmeraldDoge, translation #4902597 by EmeraldDoge
- Η διδασκαλία είναι η καλύτερη μορφή της μάθησης.Teaching is the best form of learning.This sentence uses μάθηση to describe a form of teaching.Tatoeba #7970761 by carlosalberto, translation #12209598 by carlosalberto
- Η νίκη είναι προσωρινή, αλλά η μάθηση είναι παντοτινή.Winning is temporary, but learning is forever.This sentence contrasts winning with the concept of μάθηση.Tatoeba #13532944 by carlosalberto, translation #13532916 by carlosalberto
- Η μάθηση της γλώσσας είναι σημαντική για την επαγγελματική μου ανάπτυξη.Learning the language is important for my professional development.
Example conversation
Kyriaki and Dimitris are discussing their study habits.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΠώς προχέιρε η μάθηση της γλώσσας;Pos procheire i mathisi tis glossas?How is the language learning going?
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΗ μάθηση είναι δύσκολη αλλά διασκεδαστική.I mathisi einai dyskoli alla diaskedastiki.Learning is difficult but fun.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΧρειάζεσαι βοήθεια με τη μάθηση;Chreiazes voihtheia me ti mathisi?Do you need help with the learning?
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΌχι, η μάθηση μου πάει καλά.Ochi, i mathisi mou pai kala.No, my learning is going well.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “learning” translations and entries μάθηση, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries μάθηση, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
