Signification
Expected to happen.
Contexte culturel
In Greek offices, this phrase is a survival mechanism. It helps maintain a friendly 'parea' (group) atmosphere even when things are chaotic. Parents often say this to children who fall down or make a mess to teach them resilience and that not everything needs to be perfect. In Cyprus, the phrase is also used, though you might hear 'Εν μες στο πρόγραμμα' (using 'εν' instead of 'είναι'). Greek-Americans or Greek-Australians often use the literal English 'It's in the program,' which sounds slightly 'off' to native English speakers but makes perfect sense to them.
The Shrug Factor
When you say this, a small shrug of the shoulders makes you look 100% more Greek.
Don't over-explain
You don't need to say 'γιατί' (because) after it. The phrase stands alone as a complete thought.
Signification
Expected to happen.
The Shrug Factor
When you say this, a small shrug of the shoulders makes you look 100% more Greek.
Don't over-explain
You don't need to say 'γιατί' (because) after it. The phrase stands alone as a complete thought.
Empathy over Logic
Use it to show empathy. It's not about the 'program' being real; it's about making the other person feel better.
Past Tense
Use 'Ήταν μέσα στο πρόγραμμα' to talk about something that already happened and is now over.
Teste-toi
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of the phrase.
Α: Έχασα το τρένο και θα αργήσω. Β: Μην ανησυχείς, ________.
The phrase 'είναι μέσα στο πρόγραμμα' is used to comfort someone who is late or had a mishap.
In which situation is it appropriate to say 'Είναι μέσα στο πρόγραμμα'?
Situation A: Your friend's cat died. Situation B: You are tired after a long day of work. Situation C: You won the lottery.
The phrase is used for expected hardships or normal setbacks, like fatigue.
Fill in the missing preposition and article.
Η κούραση είναι μέσα ____ πρόγραμμα.
The correct prepositional phrase is 'μέσα στο'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'Mistakes happen' in Greek?
Choose one:
'Πρόγραμμα' is the idiomatic word used for this concept.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to say: Είναι μέσα στο πρόγραμμα
Mistakes
- • Typo
- • Spilled drink
- • Wrong turn
Feelings
- • Tiredness
- • Stress
- • Nerves
Delays
- • Late bus
- • Traffic
- • Slow internet
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesΑ: Έχασα το τρένο και θα αργήσω. Β: Μην ανησυχείς, ________.
The phrase 'είναι μέσα στο πρόγραμμα' is used to comfort someone who is late or had a mishap.
Situation A: Your friend's cat died. Situation B: You are tired after a long day of work. Situation C: You won the lottery.
The phrase is used for expected hardships or normal setbacks, like fatigue.
Η κούραση είναι μέσα ____ πρόγραμμα.
The correct prepositional phrase is 'μέσα στο'.
Choose one:
'Πρόγραμμα' is the idiomatic word used for this concept.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsUsually no. It's almost always used for setbacks, fatigue, or mistakes. For positive things, you'd just say 'Ήταν αναμενόμενο' (It was expected).
Not at all, as long as the situation isn't a major tragedy. It's actually a very kind thing to say to someone who is stressed.
'Μες στο' is just a shorter, more casual version used in fast speech. Both are correct.
No, that sounds like you literally scheduled the mishap. Leave out the 'μου'.
Yes, very often! It shows you are a pragmatic person who can handle stress.
You can say 'Δεν ήταν στο πρόγραμμα αυτό!' to express surprise at an unexpected event.
Yes, it is a universal Greek idiom used from Crete to Macedonia.
Yes, if it rains during a season when rain is expected, you can say 'Μέσα στο πρόγραμμα είναι η βροχή'.
No, it's very modern and used by all age groups.
Usually a sigh of relief or 'Ε, ναι' (Well, yes).
Expressions liées
Συμβαίνουν αυτά
synonymThese things happen
Έτσι είναι η ζωή
similarThat's life
Μέσα στη ζωή είναι όλα
builds onEverything is part of life
Δεν πειράζει
similarIt doesn't matter / It's okay
Κατά λάθος
contrastBy mistake
