B1 Expression Neutral

είναι της παλιάς σχολής

it is old school

Significado

Traditional or nostalgic.

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Contexto cultural

In Greece, 'old school' is often synonymous with 'leventia' (bravery/nobility) and 'filotimo'. It's a high compliment for men. Similar usage, but often emphasizes the 'word of honor' in business dealings without written contracts. Greek-Americans or Greek-Australians use it to describe the first generation of immigrants who kept strict traditions. Younger generations use it to describe 'vintage' or 'retro' preferences in music and fashion, often with pride.

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Use it for compliments

If you want to impress a Greek person, use this to describe their hospitality or manners. It shows deep cultural appreciation.

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Gender Trap

Don't change 'σχολής' to 'σχολείου' or 'σχολή' even if you are talking about a man. It's a fixed phrase.

Significado

Traditional or nostalgic.

🎯

Use it for compliments

If you want to impress a Greek person, use this to describe their hospitality or manners. It shows deep cultural appreciation.

⚠️

Gender Trap

Don't change 'σχολής' to 'σχολείου' or 'σχολή' even if you are talking about a man. It's a fixed phrase.

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The 'Mastoras' Connection

In Greece, calling a technician 'της παλιάς σχολής' is the best way to say you trust their work.

Ponte a prueba

Fill in the missing words to complete the phrase.

Ο παππούς μου δεν έχει email, είναι της ______ ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: παλιάς σχολής

The correct fixed phrase is 'παλιάς σχολής'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly to mean 'traditional manners'?

Ποια πρόταση είναι σωστή;

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Είναι της παλιάς σχολής και σου ανοίγει την πόρτα.

The second option correctly uses the genitive and describes a traditional behavior.

Match the person to the description.

Ποιος είναι 'της παλιάς σχολής';

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Ένας μάστορας που φτιάχνει τα πάντα με το χέρι και μεράκι.

Craftsmanship and manual work are core 'old school' traits.

Complete the dialogue.

Α: Γιατί ο Νίκος φοράει πάντα κοστούμι στο γραφείο; Β: Ξέρεις πώς είναι ο Νίκος, ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: είναι της παλιάς σχολής

Wearing a suit consistently is a classic 'old school' professional habit.

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Ayudas visuales

Old School Traits

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Manners

  • Politeness
  • Punctuality
  • Respect
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Work

  • Quality
  • Handmade
  • Patience

Banco de ejercicios

4 ejercicios
Fill in the missing words to complete the phrase. Fill Blank B1

Ο παππούς μου δεν έχει email, είναι της ______ ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: παλιάς σχολής

The correct fixed phrase is 'παλιάς σχολής'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly to mean 'traditional manners'? Choose B1

Ποια πρόταση είναι σωστή;

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Είναι της παλιάς σχολής και σου ανοίγει την πόρτα.

The second option correctly uses the genitive and describes a traditional behavior.

Match the person to the description. situation_matching B1

Ποιος είναι 'της παλιάς σχολής';

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Ένας μάστορας που φτιάχνει τα πάντα με το χέρι και μεράκι.

Craftsmanship and manual work are core 'old school' traits.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

Α: Γιατί ο Νίκος φοράει πάντα κοστούμι στο γραφείο; Β: Ξέρεις πώς είναι ο Νίκος, ______.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: είναι της παλιάς σχολής

Wearing a suit consistently is a classic 'old school' professional habit.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Preguntas frecuentes

4 preguntas

Rarely. It usually implies respect. If you want to be negative, use 'οπισθοδρομικός'.

Yes, but it usually implies the object was made with traditional methods. 'Ένα έπιπλο της παλιάς σχολής'.

'Σχολή' refers to a school of thought or a tradition, while 'σχολείο' is just the building.

You can say 'της νέας σχολής', but it is much less common than the 'old school' version.

Frases relacionadas

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παλαιάς κοπής

synonym

Of the old cut/style.

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του παλιού καιρού

similar

Of the old times.

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οπισθοδρομικός

contrast

Regressive/Backward.

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παλιομοδίτης

similar

Old-fashioned.

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