Significado
Introducing family.
Contexto cultural
The 'Sunday Table' is where the phrase comes to life. It's common for three generations to eat together every week. In Cyprus, family ties are often even more extended, including 'koumparoi' (godparents) who are treated as immediate family. For Greeks living abroad (e.g., Australia, USA), this phrase is a powerful link to their heritage and identity. Younger Greeks in cities like Athens might use 'οικογένεια' to describe their close circle of friends, reflecting a shift in social structures.
The Double Accent
When you write 'η οικογένειά μου', don't forget the second accent on the last 'α'. It's a sign of a true Greek pro!
Family is broad
If a Greek person says 'είναι η οικογένειά μου', they might be including their third cousin. Don't be surprised by the size of the group!
Significado
Introducing family.
The Double Accent
When you write 'η οικογένειά μου', don't forget the second accent on the last 'α'. It's a sign of a true Greek pro!
Family is broad
If a Greek person says 'είναι η οικογένειά μου', they might be including their third cousin. Don't be surprised by the size of the group!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing article and possessive pronoun.
Είναι ___ οικογένεια ___.
We need the feminine article 'η' and the possessive 'μου' for 'my family'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to introduce your family in Greek?
How do you say 'This is my family'?
'Αυτή' adds emphasis, and the article/possessive order is correct.
Complete the dialogue.
Πέτρος: Ποιοι είναι αυτοί; Ελένη: _________.
Since the question asks 'Who are these (people)?' (Ποιοι), the answer should refer to a group of people like a family.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are showing a photo of your parents and siblings to a new friend.
Family is the correct term for parents and siblings.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΕίναι ___ οικογένεια ___.
We need the feminine article 'η' and the possessive 'μου' for 'my family'.
How do you say 'This is my family'?
'Αυτή' adds emphasis, and the article/possessive order is correct.
Πέτρος: Ποιοι είναι αυτοί; Ελένη: _________.
Since the question asks 'Who are these (people)?' (Ποιοι), the answer should refer to a group of people like a family.
You are showing a photo of your parents and siblings to a new friend.
Family is the correct term for parents and siblings.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes! 'Είναι' is the 3rd person singular and plural. However, 'οικογένεια' is a singular noun, so you use the singular 'is' logic.
Yes, it always takes the feminine article 'η'.
'Οικογένεια' is standard and respectful. 'Σόι' is informal and often refers to the 'extended clan' or 'in-laws'.
Greek grammar requires the definite article when using possessive pronouns like 'μου'.
Yes, 'Αυτοί είναι' (These are) works perfectly and is very common when pointing at a group.
You say 'όλη η οικογένειά μου'.
Yes, it's a very warm way to show how much you value them.
In this structure, yes. 'Η οικογένειά μου' is the only correct order.
Just change 'μου' to 'σου': 'Είναι η οικογένειά σου'.
Only if you are actually introducing your family at a company event. Otherwise, use 'συνεργάτες' for colleagues.
Frases relacionadas
Οι γονείς μου
similarMy parents
Τα αδέρφια μου
similarMy siblings
Το σόι μου
informalMy clan/extended family
Οι δικοί μου
slangMy folks / My people
