Signification
Moving forward in a process
Contexte culturel
The term 'Βήμα' is so iconic that one of Greece's most historic and influential newspapers is called 'Το Βήμα'. It implies the paper is a platform for public discourse. The 'Iero Vima' (Holy Step) is the area behind the iconostasis in a Greek Orthodox church. It is the most sacred space, showing how 'vima' represents a transition to something higher. In traditional dances, the 'vima' is communal. If you 'make a wrong step' (κάνω λάθος βήμα), you disrupt the whole circle, emphasizing social harmony. In the growing Greek tech scene, 'κάνω το επόμενο βήμα' (taking the next step) is a buzzphrase for scaling a business or seeking international funding.
Use it for encouragement
If a friend is nervous about a new task, say 'Κάνε ένα βήμα και θα δεις!' (Just take a step and you'll see!)
Avoid 'Take'
Never say 'Παίρνω ένα βήμα'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Signification
Moving forward in a process
Use it for encouragement
If a friend is nervous about a new task, say 'Κάνε ένα βήμα και θα δεις!' (Just take a step and you'll see!)
Avoid 'Take'
Never say 'Παίρνω ένα βήμα'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
The 'First Step' power
In Greece, making the first step to reconcile after a fight is a sign of 'megalopsychia' (greatness of soul).
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'κάνω'.
Χθες, ο Γιώργος _______ το πρώτο βήμα και ζήτησε συγγνώμη.
We need the past tense (Aorist) because of the word 'Χθες' (Yesterday).
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'I am taking a step forward'?
'Κάνω' is the correct verb and 'μπροστά' means forward.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Θέλεις να αγοράσεις αυτό το σπίτι; Β: Ναι, είναι ένα _______ βήμα για μένα.
Buying a house is usually described as a 'big step' (μεγάλο βήμα).
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: A politician decides to compromise.
Taking a step back is a common idiom for compromising or retreating.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Greek vs English
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesΧθες, ο Γιώργος _______ το πρώτο βήμα και ζήτησε συγγνώμη.
We need the past tense (Aorist) because of the word 'Χθες' (Yesterday).
How do you say 'I am taking a step forward'?
'Κάνω' is the correct verb and 'μπροστά' means forward.
Α: Θέλεις να αγοράσεις αυτό το σπίτι; Β: Ναι, είναι ένα _______ βήμα για μένα.
Buying a house is usually described as a 'big step' (μεγάλο βήμα).
Situation: A politician decides to compromise.
Taking a step back is a common idiom for compromising or retreating.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but usually you would count steps: 'Έκανα 10.000 βήματα σήμερα'.
Absolutely. 'Κάνουμε ένα σημαντικό βήμα συνεργασίας' is very professional.
'Ένα βήμα' is 'a step' (any progress), while 'το βήμα' usually refers to 'the podium' or a specific, previously mentioned step.
Yes, 'κάνω βήματα προόδου' means 'I am making steps of progress'.
You say 'βήμα-βήμα' or 'ένα βήμα τη φορά'.
Yes, to describe a team's progress toward a championship.
It's just how the Greek language evolved. Think of it as 'constructing' progress.
No, it is neutral and safe for all ages and situations.
Yes, 'Κάνε ένα βήμα πίσω, παρακαλώ' (Take a step back, please).
It's the first move, like asking for a number or sending the first DM.
Expressions liées
βήμα-βήμα
similarStep by step
κάνω το πρώτο βήμα
specialized formTo take the first step
κάνω ένα βήμα πίσω
contrastTo take a step back
σημειωτόν βήμα
specialized formMarking time
σταθερά βήματα
builds onSteady steps
