Signification
Feeling anxious.
Contexte culturel
The 'Panhellenic Exams' (Panellinies) are the ultimate source of 'agchos' for Greek families. The entire country feels the stress of the students every June. Similar to Greece, but often expressed with local idioms. However, 'έχω άγχος' remains the standard form in formal and neutral settings. Second-generation Greeks often mix the phrase with English, saying things like 'I have so much agchos,' treating it as a unique cultural concept of worry. In Greek offices, 'έχω άγχος' is often used as a way to negotiate deadlines or explain why a task isn't finished yet.
Use 'πολύ' correctly
Since 'άγχος' is neuter, always use 'πολύ' (neuter/adverbial form), never 'πολλή' (feminine).
Don't say 'Είμαι άγχος'
This is the most common mistake for English speakers. Remember: You HAVE stress, you ARE NOT stress.
Signification
Feeling anxious.
Use 'πολύ' correctly
Since 'άγχος' is neuter, always use 'πολύ' (neuter/adverbial form), never 'πολλή' (feminine).
Don't say 'Είμαι άγχος'
This is the most common mistake for English speakers. Remember: You HAVE stress, you ARE NOT stress.
The 'Don't stress' command
If you want to tell someone to relax, use 'Μην αγχώνεσαι' (Min agchonesai). It sounds much more natural than 'Μην έχεις άγχος'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'έχω'.
Εμείς _______ πολύ άγχος για το ταξίδι.
The subject is 'Εμείς' (We), so the verb must be 'έχουμε'.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'I am very stressed'?
'Έχω' is the correct verb, and 'πολύ' is the correct adverb for the neuter noun 'άγχος'.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Γιατί δεν κοιμάσαι; Β: ________________________.
This provides a logical reason (stress about work) using the correct grammatical structure.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Μην έχεις άγχος, θα πετύχεις!'?
The phrase means 'Don't be stressed, you will succeed!', which is perfect for encouragement.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesΕμείς _______ πολύ άγχος για το ταξίδι.
The subject is 'Εμείς' (We), so the verb must be 'έχουμε'.
How do you say 'I am very stressed'?
'Έχω' is the correct verb, and 'πολύ' is the correct adverb for the neuter noun 'άγχος'.
Α: Γιατί δεν κοιμάσαι; Β: ________________________.
This provides a logical reason (stress about work) using the correct grammatical structure.
When would you say 'Μην έχεις άγχος, θα πετύχεις!'?
The phrase means 'Don't be stressed, you will succeed!', which is perfect for encouragement.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, they are used interchangeably in modern Greek, though 'άγχος' is the native word and 'στρες' is a loanword.
Yes, it is used to describe both temporary feelings and chronic anxiety disorders.
The plural is 'άγχη', but it is rarely used. You might hear it in poetic contexts or when referring to 'the many worries of life'.
You can say 'Έχω πάρα πολύ άγχος' or 'Είμαι πολύ αγχωμένος'.
Expressions liées
αγχώνομαι
similarI am getting stressed
ανησυχώ
similarI worry
είμαι στην τσίτα
slangI am on edge / very stressed
χαλαρώνω
contrastI relax
