Significado
Describing an unfriendly personality.
Contexto cultural
In Greece, 'warmth' (ζεστασιά) is a highly valued trait. Being 'απόμακρος και ψυχρός' is often seen as a character flaw or a sign of being 'un-Greek' (ξενέρωτος). While Northern European business culture values 'professional distance,' in Greek offices, this can be interpreted as hostility or lack of teamwork. The 'cold' character is a common trope in Greek tragedy and modern noir, often representing a person burdened by a dark secret or past trauma. This behavior is more commonly associated with (and tolerated in) big cities like Athens, whereas in villages, it would be considered extremely rude.
Use it for 'Vibes'
You can use this phrase to describe the 'vibe' of a place, like a modern hospital or a minimalist hotel lobby.
Don't overdo it
It's a strong phrase. Calling someone 'ψυχρό' is a significant criticism in Greek culture.
Significado
Describing an unfriendly personality.
Use it for 'Vibes'
You can use this phrase to describe the 'vibe' of a place, like a modern hospital or a minimalist hotel lobby.
Don't overdo it
It's a strong phrase. Calling someone 'ψυχρό' is a significant criticism in Greek culture.
Adverbial use
Try using the adverbial form 'απόμακρα και ψυχρά' to describe how someone looked at you or spoke to you.
Ponte a prueba
Συμπληρώστε τα κενά με τη σωστή μορφή των επιθέτων.
Η νέα διευθύντρια είναι πολύ ________ και ________ με το προσωπικό. (απόμακρος, ψυχρός)
The noun 'διευθύντρια' is feminine singular, so the adjectives must be 'απόμακρη' and 'ψυχρή'.
Ποια πρόταση περιγράφει καλύτερα έναν άνθρωπο που δεν είναι φιλικός;
Ποια είναι η σωστή περιγραφή;
This is the standard collocation for an unfriendly, distant personality.
Ολοκληρώστε τον διάλογο χρησιμοποιώντας τη φράση.
Α: Πώς σου φάνηκε ο Γιώργος στο πρώτο ραντεβού; Β: Για να είμαι ειλικρινής, μου φάνηκε λίγο ____________________.
In a dating context, this describes a lack of connection or warmth.
Ταιριάξτε τη φράση με την κατάλληλη κατάσταση.
Πότε θα λέγατε 'απόμακρος και ψυχρός';
It describes social unfriendliness and distance.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΗ νέα διευθύντρια είναι πολύ ________ και ________ με το προσωπικό. (απόμακρος, ψυχρός)
The noun 'διευθύντρια' is feminine singular, so the adjectives must be 'απόμακρη' and 'ψυχρή'.
Ποια είναι η σωστή περιγραφή;
This is the standard collocation for an unfriendly, distant personality.
Α: Πώς σου φάνηκε ο Γιώργος στο πρώτο ραντεβού; Β: Για να είμαι ειλικρινής, μου φάνηκε λίγο ____________________.
In a dating context, this describes a lack of connection or warmth.
Πότε θα λέγατε 'απόμακρος και ψυχρός';
It describes social unfriendliness and distance.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, it almost always carries a negative connotation of being unfriendly or unapproachable.
No, for weather use 'κρύος' or 'παγερός'.
The opposite would be 'ζεστός και προσιτός' (warm and approachable).
Only if you are describing a third party's behavior in a formal report. Don't use it to address someone!
No, 'shy' (ντροπαλός) implies social anxiety, while this phrase implies emotional coldness.
Yes, but they are very commonly paired for emphasis.
Yes, it's a standard collocation in Modern Greek.
You could say 'Μου φέρθηκε απόμακρα και ψυχρά'.
Rarely, mostly for people or atmospheres.
It is considered C1 because of its nuanced metaphorical meaning.
Frases relacionadas
κρατάω αποστάσεις
similarTo keep one's distance
παγερή σιωπή
builds onIcy silence
ανοιχτόκαρδος
contrastOpen-hearted
σνομπ
similarSnobbish
εσωστρεφής
similarIntroverted
