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Contexto cultural
Greeks often use 'Κάνω μια ερώτηση' as a way to be polite before asking for something. It's a 'softener' that prevents the speaker from appearing too demanding. In Cyprus, the phrase is used identically, though the pronunciation of 'κάνω' might have a softer 'k' sound in local dialects. The politeness aspect remains central. In Greek universities, 'making a question' is seen as a sign of critical thinking. Students who don't ask questions are often thought to be disengaged. In Greek business meetings, it is common to interrupt with 'Να κάνω μια ερώτηση;' to ensure everyone is on the same page. It is not usually seen as rude.
The 'Excuse Me' Combo
Always pair 'Κάνω μια ερώτηση' with 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) when talking to strangers. It makes you sound much more fluent and polite.
Redundancy Alert
Avoid saying 'Ρωτάω μια ερώτηση'. It's a classic sign of an English speaker translating literally. Stick to 'Κάνω'!
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The 'Excuse Me' Combo
Always pair 'Κάνω μια ερώτηση' with 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) when talking to strangers. It makes you sound much more fluent and polite.
Redundancy Alert
Avoid saying 'Ρωτάω μια ερώτηση'. It's a classic sign of an English speaker translating literally. Stick to 'Κάνω'!
Plural Power
If you have many things to ask, say 'Θέλω να κάνω μερικές ερωτήσεις' (I want to ask a few questions).
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'κάνω'.
Εγώ ______ μια ερώτηση στον δάσκαλο.
The subject is 'Εγώ' (I), so the verb must be in the first person singular.
Which sentence is the most natural way to ask a question in Greek?
How do you say 'Can I ask a question?'
'Κάνω μια ερώτηση' is the correct collocation; 'ρωτάω' is redundant with 'ερώτηση'.
Complete the dialogue.
Πέτρος: Συγγνώμη, να σας ______ μια ερώτηση; Μαρία: Ναι, παρακαλώ.
The speaker (Πέτρος) is asking if *he* can make a question.
Match the Greek phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the past, future, and present plural forms of the phrase.
In which situation would you say 'Θα ήθελα να θέσω ένα ερώτημα'?
Choose the best context.
'Θέτω ένα ερώτημα' is the formal variation of 'Κάνω μια ερώτηση'.
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5 ejerciciosΕγώ ______ μια ερώτηση στον δάσκαλο.
The subject is 'Εγώ' (I), so the verb must be in the first person singular.
How do you say 'Can I ask a question?'
'Κάνω μια ερώτηση' is the correct collocation; 'ρωτάω' is redundant with 'ερώτηση'.
Πέτρος: Συγγνώμη, να σας ______ μια ερώτηση; Μαρία: Ναι, παρακαλώ.
The speaker (Πέτρος) is asking if *he* can make a question.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
These are the past, future, and present plural forms of the phrase.
Choose the best context.
'Θέτω ένα ερώτημα' is the formal variation of 'Κάνω μια ερώτηση'.
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Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasYes, 'Έχω μια ερώτηση' (I have a question) is perfectly natural and very common in Greek.
It is neutral. You can use it with your friends, your boss, or a stranger. It's never wrong.
You can! But you say 'Θέλω να ρωτήσω κάτι' (I want to ask something) instead of 'ρωτάω μια ερώτηση'.
You say 'Θέλω να σας κάνω μια ερώτηση' (I want to ask you [plural/formal] a question).
The plural is 'ερωτήσεις' (erotiseis). So, 'Κάνω ερωτήσεις'.
Not exactly for the phrase, but you might hear 'Να σε ρίξω μια ερώτηση;' (Can I drop you a question?) in very casual slang.
Yes, in the singular 'Κάνω ερώτηση' sounds incomplete. Always use 'μια' (a) or 'την' (the).
Yes, it's very common to start an email with 'Θα ήθελα να σας κάνω μια ερώτηση σχετικά με...'
Frases relacionadas
Ρωτάω κάτι
similarTo ask something
Θέτω ένα ερώτημα
specialized formTo pose a question
Απαντάω σε μια ερώτηση
contrastTo answer a question
Ζητάω πληροφορίες
builds onTo ask for information
