Significado
Asking for moderation.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Metron' is central to Greek philosophy. Even in modern times, while Greeks are passionate, there is a deep respect for someone who knows their limits. In Cyprus, the phrase is used similarly, though you might hear the dialectal 'Μεν το παρακάμνεις' in rural areas. In Greek-American or Greek-Australian communities, this is one of the 'heritage' phrases that survives even when the rest of the language fades, often used by parents to children.
The 'Past Tense' Trick
If you want to tease a friend who just made a huge mistake or a very bad joke, say 'Το παράκανες!' (You overdid it!). It's a very common reaction.
Don't forget the 'TO'
Saying 'Μην παρακάνεις' sounds like you've forgotten how to speak. Always keep that 'το' in there!
Significado
Asking for moderation.
The 'Past Tense' Trick
If you want to tease a friend who just made a huge mistake or a very bad joke, say 'Το παράκανες!' (You overdid it!). It's a very common reaction.
Don't forget the 'TO'
Saying 'Μην παρακάνεις' sounds like you've forgotten how to speak. Always keep that 'το' in there!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing object pronoun.
Μην ___ παρακάνεις με τη γυμναστική.
The phrase always uses the neuter singular 'το' as a generic object.
Which sentence is a correct way to tell a friend they are joking too much?
Ο φίλος σου κάνει πάρα πολλά αστεία. Τι λες;
'Μην' is used for the imperative/advice, and 'παρακάνεις' means overdoing it.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Someone is putting 5 spoons of sugar in their coffee.
This is a classic case of needing moderation.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Θα δουλέψω όλο το Σαββατοκύριακο. Β: ________, χρειάζεσαι ξεκούραση.
The informal singular is appropriate for a friend/colleague.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΜην ___ παρακάνεις με τη γυμναστική.
The phrase always uses the neuter singular 'το' as a generic object.
Ο φίλος σου κάνει πάρα πολλά αστεία. Τι λες;
'Μην' is used for the imperative/advice, and 'παρακάνεις' means overdoing it.
Situation: Someone is putting 5 spoons of sugar in their coffee.
This is a classic case of needing moderation.
Α: Θα δουλέψω όλο το Σαββατοκύριακο. Β: ________, χρειάζεσαι ξεκούραση.
The informal singular is appropriate for a friend/colleague.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
3 preguntasOnly if you have a very close, friendly relationship. Otherwise, use 'Μην το παρακάνετε' or a more formal phrase.
Usually, yes. It implies someone has crossed a limit. However, it can be used jokingly among friends.
'Μην υπερβάλλεις' is specifically for exaggeration in speech. 'Μην το παρακάνεις' is for any action.
Frases relacionadas
Μην υπερβάλλεις
synonymDon't exaggerate
Το παράκανες
builds onYou overdid it
Φτάνει πια
similarThat's enough already
Κόψε κάτι
specialized formCut something (off)
