معنی
Requesting to ask something.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Greek schools, students are very active. Saying 'Έχω μια ερώτηση' is encouraged from a young age to foster critical thinking. The phrase is identical in Cyprus, though the accent might differ. Cypriots are known for their hospitality and will answer questions at length. Second-generation Greeks often use this phrase as a literal translation from English, keeping the Greek language alive in daily interactions. In Greek business meetings, it is common to interrupt with this phrase. It is not seen as rude but as a sign of being 'engaged' (energos).
The 'Excuse Me' Buffer
Always start with 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) if you are interrupting someone. It makes you sound much more fluent and polite.
Gender Matters
Never say 'ένα ερώτηση'. It's a very common beginner mistake that immediately marks you as a non-native speaker.
معنی
Requesting to ask something.
The 'Excuse Me' Buffer
Always start with 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) if you are interrupting someone. It makes you sound much more fluent and polite.
Gender Matters
Never say 'ένα ερώτηση'. It's a very common beginner mistake that immediately marks you as a non-native speaker.
The Plural Trick
If you have many questions, say 'Έχω μερικές ερωτήσεις' (I have some questions).
Be Ready for a Long Answer
Greeks love to explain things. If you ask a question, be prepared for a friendly, detailed response!
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Έχω ____ ερώτηση.
Since 'ερώτηση' is feminine, we must use the feminine indefinite article 'μια'.
Which is the most polite way to ask a question in a formal meeting?
Ποιο είναι το πιο σωστό;
Adding 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) makes the phrase polite and formal.
Match the Greek phrase with its English translation.
Match the following:
This tests your ability to recognize tense changes in the verb 'έχω'.
Complete the dialogue.
Πέτρος: ________, έχω μια ερώτηση. Μαρία: Ναι, Πέτρο, σε ακούω.
In a dialogue, 'Συγγνώμη' is the natural way to get someone's attention before asking.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Where to use it
School
- • Classroom
- • Library
- • Exam
Travel
- • Airport
- • Hotel
- • Museum
Social
- • Cafe
- • Dinner
- • Party
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاΈχω ____ ερώτηση.
Since 'ερώτηση' is feminine, we must use the feminine indefinite article 'μια'.
Ποιο είναι το πιο σωστό;
Adding 'Συγγνώμη' (Excuse me) makes the phrase polite and formal.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
This tests your ability to recognize tense changes in the verb 'έχω'.
Πέτρος: ________, έχω μια ερώτηση. Μαρία: Ναι, Πέτρο, σε ακούω.
In a dialogue, 'Συγγνώμη' is the natural way to get someone's attention before asking.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, in very informal settings or in a classroom, you can just say 'Ερώτηση;' with a rising intonation. It's like saying 'Question?' in English.
'Ερώτηση' is a general question. 'Απορία' is specifically a doubt or something you don't understand.
Yes, it is neutral and perfectly acceptable. To be extra formal, use 'Θα ήθελα να σας ρωτήσω κάτι'.
You say 'Σου έχω μια ερώτηση' (informal) or 'Σας έχω μια ερώτηση' (formal).
Both are correct. 'Μια' is more common in speech, while 'μία' is slightly more formal/emphatic.
Yes, it's a great way to start a paragraph where you need information.
Say 'Έχω δύο ερωτήσεις'.
Not if you wait for a small pause and start with 'Συγγνώμη'.
Yes, it is the standard noun for any inquiry.
It's a raspy sound from the back of the throat, like 'Loch Ness'.
عبارات مرتبط
Θέλω να ρωτήσω κάτι
synonymI want to ask something
Έχω μια απορία
similarI have a doubt/query
Μπορώ να σας ρωτήσω κάτι;
builds onCan I ask you something?
Η ερώτησή μου είναι...
specialized formMy question is...
