τα λέμε αύριο
ta leme avrio
To say "see you tomorrow" in Greek, use τα λέμε αύριο (ta leme avrio).
The phrase is used to mean "see you tomorrow" when parting ways with someone. You can also use the shortened version τα λέμε on its own to mean "see you" or "we'll talk later" without specifying a particular time.
Meaning: see you tomorrow (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
Literally, τα λέμε αύριο translates to "we say them tomorrow", where τα (them) refers to the things to be said or the conversation.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
τα λέμε αύριο is an informal way to say "see you tomorrow" and is most commonly used among friends, colleagues or in casual settings. The alternative form Θα τα πούμε αύριο can also be used in informal situations.
How does it change in a sentence?
The component τα λέμε can function as a standalone phrase meaning "we'll talk" or "see you".
How do you pronounce it?
ta leme avrio
Did you know?
- While τα λέμε αύριο is common, Greeks often simply say γεια both when arriving and when leaving. This single word means 'health' and functions as both 'hello' and 'goodbye'.
- Depending on the region, Greeks may pair τα λέμε αύριο with a slight wave of the hand or a nod. In very casual settings, a simple 'tsk' sound or a click of the tongue can accompany a goodbye.
- Because τα λέμε focuses on the 'talk' rather than the 'seeing', it is a more common way to part ways in Greece than phrases that use the verb 'to see'.
Examples in context
- Τα λέμε αύριο.See you tomorrow.This example shows how to use τα λέμε αύριο when saying goodbye.Tatoeba #1319467 by enteka, translation #497969 by CM
- Θα τα πούμε αύριο, κύριε Πέτρο.See you tomorrow, Mr. Peter.
- Τα λέμε αύριο, φίλε!See you tomorrow, buddy!
- Θα τα πούμε αύριο, Μαρία.See you tomorrow, Maria.
- Αντίο μέχρι αύριο! Πέρασα πολύ ωραία μαζί σου.Goodbye until tomorrow! I had a great time with you.
- Τα λέμε αύριο στο σχολείο.Ta leme avrio sto scholeio.See you tomorrow at school.
Example conversation
Maria and Giorgos are leaving work for the day.
- Μαρία MariaΚαλή συνέχεια, Γιώργο!Kali sinehia, Giorgo!Have a good evening, Giorgos!
- Γιώργος GiorgosΕυχαριστώ, Μαρία. Τα λέμε αύριο.Efcharisto, Maria. Ta leme avrio.Thanks, Maria. See you tomorrow.
- Μαρία MariaΝαι, τα λέμε αύριο.Ne, ta leme avrio.Yes, see you tomorrow.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΓεια σου!Geia sou!Bye!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
