المعنى
Feeling physically exhausted.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'Mesimeri' (midday break) is a cultural response to tiredness. Between 15:00 and 17:30, it is considered rude to call someone's home because they are likely resting. Similar to Greece, but the heat in summer makes 'είμαι κουρασμένος' a very frequent phrase during the peak sun hours. Work often starts earlier to avoid the afternoon fatigue. The phrase is often used to emphasize the 'hard-working immigrant' narrative, where being tired is a point of pride in building a new life. Complaining about being tired is a common way to 'vent' with colleagues (parapono), which helps build solidarity in high-stress environments.
Gender Check
Always check your ending! If you are a woman, say 'kourasmeni'. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
The 'Tiring' Trap
Never say 'eimai kourastikos' unless you are apologizing for being a nuisance.
المعنى
Feeling physically exhausted.
Gender Check
Always check your ending! If you are a woman, say 'kourasmeni'. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
The 'Tiring' Trap
Never say 'eimai kourastikos' unless you are apologizing for being a nuisance.
Add 'apo'
To sound more natural, always follow the phrase with 'apo' and the reason you are tired.
The Sigh
In Greece, this phrase is often accompanied by a deep exhale or a slight tilt of the head to show sincerity.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct form of the adjective 'κουρασμένος' based on the subject.
Η Ελένη δούλεψε όλη μέρα και είναι πολύ ________.
Since 'Ελένη' is a female name, the adjective must be in the feminine singular form.
Choose the correct sentence to say 'We are very tired' (mixed group).
How do you say 'We are very tired'?
'Είμαστε' means 'we are' and 'κουρασμένοι' is the masculine/mixed plural form.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate situation.
Match 'Είμαι πτώμα' with its context.
'Είμαι πτώμα' is an informal idiom used with people you know well.
Complete the dialogue with the correct preposition.
— Γιατί δεν έρχεσαι στο γυμναστήριο; — Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος ____ τη δουλειά.
We use 'από' to indicate the source or cause of the tiredness.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Levels of Tiredness in Greek
Neutral
- • Είμαι κουρασμένος
- • Νιώθω κούραση
Strong
- • Είμαι εξαντλημένος
- • Είμαι πτώμα
Slang
- • Είμαι λιώμα
- • Είμαι κομμάτια
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينΗ Ελένη δούλεψε όλη μέρα και είναι πολύ ________.
Since 'Ελένη' is a female name, the adjective must be in the feminine singular form.
How do you say 'We are very tired'?
'Είμαστε' means 'we are' and 'κουρασμένοι' is the masculine/mixed plural form.
Match 'Είμαι πτώμα' with its context.
'Είμαι πτώμα' is an informal idiom used with people you know well.
— Γιατί δεν έρχεσαι στο γυμναστήριο; — Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος ____ τη δουλειά.
We use 'από' to indicate the source or cause of the tiredness.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةYes, it is perfectly fine for both physical and mental exhaustion. If you want to be specific about mental fatigue, you can say 'Είμαι πνευματικά κουρασμένος'.
No, it is not rude if it's true. However, it's better to frame it as 'Είμαι λίγο κουρασμένος' (I'm a bit tired) to sound more professional.
'Κουρασμένος' is 'tired', while 'εξαντλημένος' is 'exhausted'. Use the latter when you have zero energy left.
You use the verb: 'Κουράζομαι'. For example: 'Κουράζομαι εύκολα' (I get tired easily).
When used as an adverb meaning 'very' before an adjective, 'πολύ' never changes. It is always 'πολύ'.
No, 'κουρασμένος' is only for living beings. For a 'tired' car or machine, you would use 'παλιός' or 'χαλασμένος'.
The opposite is 'ξεκούραστος' (rested) or 'γεμάτος ενέργεια' (full of energy).
Yes, it's too informal. Stick to 'είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος' or 'νιώθω μεγάλη κόπωση' when talking to a professional.
You say 'Σε βαρέθηκα' or 'Κουράστηκα μαζί σου'. Using 'είμαι κουρασμένος' in this context sounds a bit strange.
It's a cultural way of acknowledging the effort put into the day. It's a very common 'small talk' topic.
عبارات ذات صلة
Είμαι πτώμα
synonymI am a corpse (dead tired).
Είμαι εξαντλημένος
specialized formI am exhausted.
Χρειάζομαι ξεκούραση
builds onI need rest.
Δεν έχω κουράγιο
similarI don't have the courage/strength.
