Signification
Refers to the time one arrives at a place.
Contexte culturel
In Greek public services (KEP, Tax Office), 'προσέλευση' is a technical term. You often need to take a number 'κατά την προσέλευση' to be served. Invitations often list two times: 'Ώρα προσέλευσης' (Arrival time) and 'Ώρα μυστηρίου' (Ceremony time). This allows for the social gathering before the religious rite. Greek hospitals are very strict about 'προσέλευση' during visiting hours. You will see signs using this phrase to manage the flow of visitors. At Greek universities, 'προσέλευση' is used for exams. If you arrive after the 'προσέλευση' window, you might be barred from the exam.
Master the 'ευ' sound
Remember that in 'προσέλευση', the 'ευ' sounds like 'ef'. If you say 'ev', it sounds slightly off to native ears.
Avoid casual use
Don't use this with your Greek friends for a night out. They will think you're being sarcastic or overly formal.
Signification
Refers to the time one arrives at a place.
Master the 'ευ' sound
Remember that in 'προσέλευση', the 'ευ' sounds like 'ef'. If you say 'ev', it sounds slightly off to native ears.
Avoid casual use
Don't use this with your Greek friends for a night out. They will think you're being sarcastic or overly formal.
The Invitation Rule
If an invitation says 'Προσέλευση 20:00', it's socially acceptable to arrive between 20:00 and 20:20, but not earlier.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct formal phrase.
Παρακαλείσθε να επιδείξετε το πιστοποιητικό σας ________ την ________.
This is the standard formal collocation for showing documents upon arrival at an event.
Which sentence is appropriate for a formal wedding invitation?
Choose the best option:
Option 'β' uses the formal 'προσέλευση' and 'άρκεται' (begins), which is typical for high-end invitations.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Where would you see 'Κατά την προσέλευση'?
Hospitals use formal language for safety protocols.
Complete the dialogue in a professional manner.
Υπάλληλος: Θα χρειαστούμε την ταυτότητά σας. Πελάτης: Πότε να τη δείξω; Υπάλληλος: ________.
The professional setting requires the formal 'κατά την προσέλευση'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Where to use 'Κατά την προσέλευση'
Professional
- • Conferences
- • Job Interviews
- • Offices
Social
- • Weddings
- • Theaters
- • Galas
Official
- • Hospitals
- • Public Services
- • Courts
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesΠαρακαλείσθε να επιδείξετε το πιστοποιητικό σας ________ την ________.
This is the standard formal collocation for showing documents upon arrival at an event.
Choose the best option:
Option 'β' uses the formal 'προσέλευση' and 'άρκεται' (begins), which is typical for high-end invitations.
Where would you see 'Κατά την προσέλευση'?
Hospitals use formal language for safety protocols.
Υπάλληλος: Θα χρειαστούμε την ταυτότητά σας. Πελάτης: Πότε να τη δείξω; Υπάλληλος: ________.
The professional setting requires the formal 'κατά την προσέλευση'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but much more formal. It's like the difference between 'when you get here' and 'upon your arrival at the premises'.
No, for flights use 'κατά την άφιξη'. 'Προσέλευση' is for people attending something.
Because the preposition 'κατά' (meaning 'during') requires the accusative case.
Rarely. You might hear 'κατά τις προσελεύσεις' in a report about multiple events, but singular is the standard.
You can, but it's less formal. 'Κατά την' is the 'gold standard' for professional Greek.
It means 'free entry' or 'no registration/ticket required'.
The formal equivalent is 'κατά την αποχώρηση'.
Yes, very often, especially when talking about voter turnout or crowds at concerts.
Yes, usually a building, a hall, or a specific venue where an event is held.
Absolutely. It is the perfect phrase for professional correspondence regarding meetings or events.
Expressions liées
κατά την αποχώρηση
contrastUpon departure
προσέλευση κοινού
specialized formPublic attendance/turnout
κατά την άφιξη
similarUpon arrival
δήλωση παρουσίας
builds onDeclaration of presence
