Η καλή ζωή
I kali zoi
Η καλή ζωή (I kali zoi) is the Greek way to say "the good life".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the definite article Η (the), the adjective καλή (good) and the noun ζωή (life).
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective καλή must agree in gender (feminine), number (singular) and case (nominative) with the noun ζωή.
How do you pronounce it?
I kali zoi
Did you know?
- The word καλή shares a root with the English word 'calligraphy', as both derive from the Greek word for 'beautiful' or 'good'.
- In Greek culture, η καλή ζωή is often associated with 'kefi', a spirit of joy and passion that transcends mere material wealth or comfort.
- In ancient philosophy, a 'good life' was often synonymous with 'eudaimonia', which refers to human flourishing rather than just pleasure.
Examples in context
- Αχ, Ελλάδα! Ώραία ζωή, καταπληκτική φιλοξενία και υπέροχο φαγητό!Oh, Greece! The good life, amazing hospitality, and delicious food!
Example conversation
A couple is relaxing on a beach during their vacation.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΚοιτάξτε τον ήλιο, Γιώργο. Η καλή ζωή είναι εδώ.Koitáxte ton ílio, Giórgo. I kalí zoí eínai edó.Look at the sun, Giorgos. The good life is here.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΈχεις δίκιο, Κυριακή. Είναι πολύ ήσυχα.Écheis díkio, Kyriáki. Eínai polý ísycha.You are right, Kyriaki. It is very quiet.
- Κυριακή KyriakiΔεν θέλω να φύγουμε ποτέ από εδώ.Den thélo na fýgoume poté apó edó.I never want to leave this place.
- Γιώργος GiorgosΣυμφωνώ, ας απολαύσουμε κάθε στιγμή.Symphonó, as apolyúsoume káthe stigmí.I agree, let's enjoy every moment.
