Signification
Used for someone or something that is exceptionally good.
Contexte culturel
In Greece, food is not just fuel; it's a matter of pride. Using 'δεν πιάνεται' for a dish is one of the highest honors you can give a cook, often leading to a free dessert or a long conversation about the recipe. Greeks are passionate about basketball. The phrase is frequently used in sports journalism to describe players like Giannis Antetokounmpo or Nikos Galis, who changed the game. In social gatherings, hyperbole is a sign of affection. Overstating how good a friend is at something using this phrase is a common way to build 'philotimo' and social bonds. Traditional Greek crafts (weaving, pottery, carpentry) use this phrase to distinguish handmade quality from mass-produced items.
Use it for Food
If you want to make a Greek cook happy, use this phrase instead of just saying 'good'.
Passive Voice Only
Never say 'δεν πιάνει' for quality. That's for phone signals or catching a cold.
Signification
Used for someone or something that is exceptionally good.
Use it for Food
If you want to make a Greek cook happy, use this phrase instead of just saying 'good'.
Passive Voice Only
Never say 'δεν πιάνει' for quality. That's for phone signals or catching a cold.
Add 'απλά'
Saying 'απλά δεν πιάνεται' (simply unbeatable) adds a nice native-sounding emphasis.
Hyperbole is Key
Don't be afraid to use it! Greeks love enthusiastic compliments.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the phrase.
Η τυρόπιτα της θείας μου _________ (is unbeatable).
We use the present passive form for a general truth about quality.
Which sentence is the most natural way to praise a friend's skill?
Your friend is an amazing guitar player. What do you say?
Using the 2nd person 'δεν πιάνεσαι' (you are unbeatable) with 'στην κιθάρα' is perfect.
Match the situation to the best use of the phrase.
Match: 1. A fast runner, 2. A delicious cake, 3. A genius coder.
The phrase adapts to the subject (person or object) and the field of excellence.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Πώς σου φάνηκε το ξενοδοχείο; Β: Τέλειο! Η εξυπηρέτηση _________.
'Εξυπηρέτηση' (service) is singular, so we use 'πιάνεται'.
Match the Greek phrase to its English equivalent.
Match the pairs.
While similar, 'δεν πιάνεται' most directly maps to 'unbeatable'.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
Active vs Passive
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesΗ τυρόπιτα της θείας μου _________ (is unbeatable).
We use the present passive form for a general truth about quality.
Your friend is an amazing guitar player. What do you say?
Using the 2nd person 'δεν πιάνεσαι' (you are unbeatable) with 'στην κιθάρα' is perfect.
Match: 1. A fast runner, 2. A delicious cake, 3. A genius coder.
The phrase adapts to the subject (person or object) and the field of excellence.
Α: Πώς σου φάνηκε το ξενοδοχείο; Β: Τέλειο! Η εξυπηρέτηση _________.
'Εξυπηρέτηση' (service) is singular, so we use 'πιάνεται'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
While similar, 'δεν πιάνεται' most directly maps to 'unbeatable'.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes! It means they are extremely skilled or talented in a specific area.
No, it's informal to neutral. Use it with friends, family, or in casual shops.
'Δεν πιάνεται' is slightly more traditional and common for food/skills. 'Δεν παίζεται' is more modern/slangy.
Yes, 'δεν πιανόταν' means 'it was unbeatable.'
99% of the time, yes. It's a compliment.
Yes, but it sounds like you are boasting! Use it jokingly with friends.
Yes, it is widely understood and used across the Greek-speaking world.
Then you should say 'δεν πιάνει σήμα' (active voice).
Usually no. For a good price, we say 'δεν υπάρχει η τιμή' or 'είναι τσάμπα'.
Use 'στο' or 'στη' + the noun. e.g., 'στο τρέξιμο'.
Yes, 'δεν πιάνονται' for plural subjects like 'αυτά τα παπούτσια'.
Maybe not. Stick to 'εξαιρετικός' or 'ασυναγώνιστος' to be safe.
Expressions liées
δεν παίζεται
synonymIt's unbeatable / It's incredible
είναι κορυφή
similarIt's the top
δεν έχει αντίπαλο
similarIt has no rival
σκίζει
slangIt rips / It's awesome
είναι αλλού
slangIt's elsewhere / In another league
