A2 Expression محايد

Έχω μια ευθύνη

I have a responsibility

المعنى

Being accountable for something.

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خلفية ثقافية

The term 'ατομική ευθύνη' (individual responsibility) became a major part of daily life during the COVID-19 pandemic, used by the government to encourage social distancing. The 'euthyne' was a mandatory audit for all officials. It shows that the concept of accountability is foundational to Greek democratic thought. In Greek offices, roles can sometimes be fluid, so clearly stating 'Έχω την ευθύνη' is a way to establish boundaries and authority. Responsibility toward elderly parents is a strong cultural norm in Greece, often described using this phrase.

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Use 'την' for specific roles

If you are the ONLY person in charge, use 'την ευθύνη'. If it's just one of many duties, use 'μια ευθύνη'.

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Gender check

Always remember 'ευθύνη' is feminine. Never say 'το ευθύνη'.

المعنى

Being accountable for something.

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Use 'την' for specific roles

If you are the ONLY person in charge, use 'την ευθύνη'. If it's just one of many duties, use 'μια ευθύνη'.

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Gender check

Always remember 'ευθύνη' is feminine. Never say 'το ευθύνη'.

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The 'να' connection

Pair 'έχω την ευθύνη' with 'να' + verb to sound like a native speaker describing their job description.

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Serious tone

Using this phrase makes you sound serious and reliable. Use it when you want people to take your commitment seriously.

اختبر نفسك

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'έχω' and the article.

Εγώ _______ _______ ευθύνη για το γραφείο.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: έχω μια

The subject is 'Εγώ' (I), so the verb must be 'έχω'. 'Ευθύνη' is feminine, so 'μια' is correct.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I am in charge of the children'?

Ποια πρόταση είναι σωστή;

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Έχω την ευθύνη για τα παιδιά.

The standard expression is 'έχω την ευθύνη για...'.

Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.

Α: Θέλεις να βγούμε; Β: Δεν μπορώ, _______ _______ _______ στο σπίτι.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: έχω μια ευθύνη

In this context, 'έχω μια ευθύνη' explains why someone cannot go out.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Match 'Αναλαμβάνω την ευθύνη' to the correct context.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: After making a mistake

'Αναλαμβάνω' means to take/assume responsibility, usually after an event.

🎉 النتيجة: /4

وسائل تعلم بصرية

Ευθύνη vs. Δουλειά

Έχω δουλειά
Busy Είμαι απασχολημένος
Tasks Έχω πράγματα να κάνω
Έχω ευθύνη
Accountable Είμαι υπεύθυνος
Leadership Έχω τον έλεγχο

Common Collocations

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Verbs

  • Έχω
  • Αναλαμβάνω
  • Φέρω
  • Ζητώ
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Adjectives

  • Μεγάλη
  • Προσωπική
  • Ηθική
  • Ατομική

بنك التمارين

4 تمارين
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'έχω' and the article. Fill Blank A2

Εγώ _______ _______ ευθύνη για το γραφείο.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: έχω μια

The subject is 'Εγώ' (I), so the verb must be 'έχω'. 'Ευθύνη' is feminine, so 'μια' is correct.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I am in charge of the children'? Choose A2

Ποια πρόταση είναι σωστή;

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: Έχω την ευθύνη για τα παιδιά.

The standard expression is 'έχω την ευθύνη για...'.

Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase. dialogue_completion A2

Α: Θέλεις να βγούμε; Β: Δεν μπορώ, _______ _______ _______ στο σπίτι.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: έχω μια ευθύνη

In this context, 'έχω μια ευθύνη' explains why someone cannot go out.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B1

Match 'Αναλαμβάνω την ευθύνη' to the correct context.

✓ صحيح! ✗ ليس تمامًا. الإجابة الصحيحة: After making a mistake

'Αναλαμβάνω' means to take/assume responsibility, usually after an event.

🎉 النتيجة: /4

الأسئلة الشائعة

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Yes, it is a feminine noun ending in -η. It follows the standard declension of feminine nouns.

Yes, 'Είμαι υπεύθυνος' (I am responsible) is very common and often interchangeable with 'Έχω την ευθύνη'.

You say 'Δεν είναι δική μου ευθύνη' or 'Δεν έχω εγώ την ευθύνη'.

It means 'individual responsibility'. It's a common term in news and politics regarding social duties.

It can mean 'liability' or 'accountability' for a bad event, but 'φταίξιμο' is more common for 'guilt'.

Use 'Είχα την ευθύνη' (I had the responsibility).

It is neutral to formal. It's perfectly fine for both a business meeting and a serious talk with a friend.

Usually 'για' (for) or 'προς' (towards).

Yes, 'Έχω την ευθύνη του σκύλου' is a common way to say you are the one who takes care of the dog.

'Καθήκον' is more like 'duty' or 'obligation' (often moral or legal), while 'ευθύνη' is 'accountability'.

Yes, 'Έχω πολλές ευθύνες' means 'I have many responsibilities'.

Younger people might say 'Είναι πάνω μου' (It's on me), but it's an anglicism.

It is pronounced 'ef' because 'θ' is a voiceless consonant.

Yes, many Greek songs about love and life use 'ευθύνη' to describe the weight of a relationship.

عبارات ذات صلة

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Αναλαμβάνω την ευθύνη

builds on

To take responsibility

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Υπεύθυνος

similar

Responsible (adjective)

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Φέρω την ευθύνη

specialized form

To bear the responsibility

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Αποποίηση ευθυνών

contrast

Disclaimer of responsibility

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Καθήκον

similar

Duty

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