Significado
Thinking about something constantly.
Contexto cultural
The 'έμμονη ιδέα' is a staple theme in Greek lyrics, often representing a love that the singer cannot escape. It highlights the cultural value placed on 'pathos' (passion). In Greece, discussing one's mental fixations is quite common and less stigmatized in social circles than in some Northern European cultures. Young Greek entrepreneurs use this phrase to describe their 'obsession' with solving a specific market problem, viewing it as a positive trait. The concept of a single thought leading to a character's downfall is a theme dating back to Ancient Greek tragedy, though the modern phrase is newer.
Use it for goals
It's a great way to show a recruiter or a teacher that you are very dedicated to a specific goal.
Don't overdo it
If you use it for everything, you'll sound like a very anxious person. Save it for things that truly occupy your mind.
Significado
Thinking about something constantly.
Use it for goals
It's a great way to show a recruiter or a teacher that you are very dedicated to a specific goal.
Don't overdo it
If you use it for everything, you'll sound like a very anxious person. Save it for things that truly occupy your mind.
The 'να' connection
Always follow it with 'να' + verb to explain what the obsession is about. It makes your Greek sound very fluent.
Social Media
You'll see this phrase often in Greek YouTube comments or Instagram captions when someone is 'obsessed' with a new trend.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing pronoun and verb form.
___ (To me) _______ (has become) έμμονη ιδέα να μάθω ελληνικά.
We use 'μου' for 'to me' and 'έχει γίνει' for the present perfect 'has become'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct version:
'Έμμονη' must be feminine to match 'ιδέα'.
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.
A: Γιατί κοιτάς συνέχεια αυτό το περιοδικό; B: ________________ να πάω στην Αμερική.
The context of 'looking all the time' suggests an obsession.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejercicios___ (To me) _______ (has become) έμμονη ιδέα να μάθω ελληνικά.
We use 'μου' for 'to me' and 'έχει γίνει' for the present perfect 'has become'.
Select the correct version:
'Έμμονη' must be feminine to match 'ιδέα'.
A: Γιατί κοιτάς συνέχεια αυτό το περιοδικό; B: ________________ να πάω στην Αμερική.
The context of 'looking all the time' suggests an obsession.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, it can be positive (a passion) or negative (a worry). Context is key.
Yes, but be careful. 'Μου έχει γίνει έμμονη ιδέα η Μαρία' means you are obsessed with her, which can sound a bit intense.
'Εμμονή' is the noun 'obsession'. 'Έμμονη ιδέα' is the specific thought that is the obsession.
It's grammatically possible but sounds less natural than 'Μου έχει γίνει...'.
Use the past tense: 'Μου είχε γίνει έμμονη ιδέα' (Pluperfect) or 'Μου έγινε έμμονη ιδέα' (Aorist).
Rarely. It's almost exclusively paired with 'ιδέα'.
It's neutral. You can use it in a newspaper article or a chat with a friend.
'Έχω φάει κόλλημα'.
Not necessarily. In common speech, it's just a metaphor for thinking about something a lot.
Yes, e.g., 'Μου έχει γίνει έμμονη ιδέα να βελτιώσω την αποδοτικότητα της ομάδας'. It shows drive.
Frases relacionadas
έχω φάει κόλλημα
synonymTo be stuck on something (slang)
μου καρφώθηκε η ιδέα
similarThe idea got nailed in my head
έχω πάθει εμμονή
similarI have developed an obsession
μου κόλλησε το τραγούδι
specialized formThe song got stuck in my head
εμμονική συμπεριφορά
builds onObsessive behavior
