معنی
Informing that you speak at a slow pace.
زمینه فرهنگی
In Athens, the pace of life is fast, and people speak quickly. Using 'Μιλάω αργά' is a necessary 'break' you must apply to get people to slow down for you. Known for 'halara' (relaxed) vibes. People here might naturally speak a bit slower and will find your 'μιλάω αργά' very relatable. Second or third-generation Greeks often use 'μιλάω αργά' to explain why their Greek isn't as fluent as their English. Cretans have a distinct, rhythmic way of speaking. They appreciate when learners try to match their cadence, even if it's slow.
The 'Pio' Trick
Add 'πιο' (pyo) before 'αργά' to say 'more slowly'. It's very polite!
Don't say 'Είμαι αργά'
This means 'I am late'. You will confuse people if you say this during a conversation.
معنی
Informing that you speak at a slow pace.
The 'Pio' Trick
Add 'πιο' (pyo) before 'αργά' to say 'more slowly'. It's very polite!
Don't say 'Είμαι αργά'
This means 'I am late'. You will confuse people if you say this during a conversation.
Use your hands
Greeks are expressive. A 'slow down' hand gesture paired with 'μιλάω αργά' works wonders.
Patience is key
Greeks love to talk. If you say you speak slowly, they will usually wait for you with a smile.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the sentence with the correct adverb for 'slowly'.
Μαθαίνω ελληνικά, γι' αυτό μιλάω _______.
'Αργά' is the only word here that means 'slowly'.
Which sentence means 'I speak slowly'?
Choose the correct Greek translation:
'Είμαι αργά' means 'I am late', and 'Μιλάω σιγά' usually means 'I speak quietly'.
What would the learner say in this situation?
Native: (Speaking very fast) Γεια σας, τι θα θέλατε να παραγγείλετε; Learner: Συγγνώμη, ________.
While 'μιλάω αργά' is correct, in this context, all options are socially appropriate responses for a learner.
Match the Greek phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
This tests your knowledge of common adverbs used with 'μιλάω'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Αργά vs. Σιγά
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاΜαθαίνω ελληνικά, γι' αυτό μιλάω _______.
'Αργά' is the only word here that means 'slowly'.
Choose the correct Greek translation:
'Είμαι αργά' means 'I am late', and 'Μιλάω σιγά' usually means 'I speak quietly'.
Native: (Speaking very fast) Γεια σας, τι θα θέλατε να παραγγείλετε; Learner: Συγγνώμη, ________.
While 'μιλάω αργά' is correct, in this context, all options are socially appropriate responses for a learner.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
This tests your knowledge of common adverbs used with 'μιλάω'.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes! 'Είναι αργά' means 'It is late'. Context tells the listener if you mean tempo or time.
Neither is 'better'. 'Μιλάω' is more common in speech, 'Μιλώ' is more common in writing and formal Greek.
Say 'Μιλάτε αργά, παρακαλώ' (Speak slowly, please).
It's a very common idiom meaning 'bit by bit' or 'take it easy'. It's related but more versatile than 'μιλάω αργά'.
No, 'αργά' is an adverb and stays the same for everyone.
Not at all! It's actually very helpful for the person you are talking to.
Use 'πολύ' (poly): 'Μιλάω πολύ αργά'.
For reading, you would say 'Διαβάζω αργά'.
The opposite is 'γρήγορα' (grigora), which means 'fast'.
You might hear 'το πάω λάου-λάου', which is a very informal way of saying 'I'm taking it slow'.
عبارات مرتبط
Μιλάω σιγά
similarI speak quietly
Μιλάω γρήγορα
contrastI speak fast
Σιγά-σιγά
builds onSlowly-slowly / bit by bit
Μιλάω καθαρά
similarI speak clearly
Δεν μιλάω καλά
specialized formI don't speak well
