Signification
Confirming.
Contexte culturel
Using 'Φυσικά' when a guest asks for something is a hallmark of Greek hospitality. It suggests that the host is happy to provide and that the request is perfectly reasonable. Younger Greeks often replace 'Φυσικά' with 'Εννοείται' (Ennoeitai) in casual settings. It sounds a bit more 'cool' and effortless. In a Greek office, 'Φυσικά' is used to show competence. Saying 'Ναι' can sound passive, but 'Φυσικά' shows you are on top of the task. Greeks often use 'Φυσικά' sarcastically when something predictably bad happens, often accompanied by a roll of the eyes.
The 'Kai' Boost
Add 'και' (and) after 'Φυσικά' to sound 10x more enthusiastic. 'Φυσικά και ναι!'
Watch the Stress
Make sure you stress the last syllable. If you stress the middle one, it sounds like a different word form.
Signification
Confirming.
The 'Kai' Boost
Add 'και' (and) after 'Φυσικά' to sound 10x more enthusiastic. 'Φυσικά και ναι!'
Watch the Stress
Make sure you stress the last syllable. If you stress the middle one, it sounds like a different word form.
The Nod
Pair 'Φυσικά' with a single firm downward nod for maximum Greek authenticity.
Texting Shortcut
In very casual texts, some people just write 'φσκ' as an abbreviation, though it's better to write it out.
Teste-toi
Choose the best response to the following question.
— Θέλεις να πάμε για φαγητό το βράδυ;
'Φυσικά' is the perfect way to enthusiastically accept an invitation.
Fill in the blank to complete the logical sentence.
Είναι χειμώνας, οπότε _______ κάνει κρύο.
In this context, 'φυσικά' indicates a logical and natural consequence of it being winter.
Complete the dialogue between a customer and a shop assistant.
Πελάτης: Μπορώ να δοκιμάσω αυτό το παντελόνι; Υπάλληλος: ________, τα δοκιμαστήρια είναι εκεί.
The shop assistant is giving permission politely.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Match 'Φυσικά και θα σε βοηθήσω!' to its context.
The 'και' adds emphasis, making it a warm response to a friend's request.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Yes vs. Of Course
Banque d exercices
4 exercices— Θέλεις να πάμε για φαγητό το βράδυ;
'Φυσικά' is the perfect way to enthusiastically accept an invitation.
Είναι χειμώνας, οπότε _______ κάνει κρύο.
In this context, 'φυσικά' indicates a logical and natural consequence of it being winter.
Πελάτης: Μπορώ να δοκιμάσω αυτό το παντελόνι; Υπάλληλος: ________, τα δοκιμαστήρια είναι εκεί.
The shop assistant is giving permission politely.
Match 'Φυσικά και θα σε βοηθήσω!' to its context.
The 'και' adds emphasis, making it a warm response to a friend's request.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIt's not necessarily more formal, but it is more emphatic. It's like the difference between 'Yes' and 'Of course'.
Yes, it's very professional and shows confidence.
No, as an adverb, it always stays 'Φυσικά'.
They are 95% interchangeable. 'Βέβαια' can feel slightly more traditional or formal in some contexts.
Yes, just like in English. If someone makes a mistake you expected, you can say 'Φυσικά...' with a sigh.
You would say 'μη φυσιολογικά' or 'όχι φυσικά'.
Yes, it is standard across all Greek-speaking regions.
Yes, to set a scene: 'Φυσικά, όλα ξεκίνησαν όταν...'
Absolutely. It's a very common one-word answer.
No, that's a common mistake. Use 'σωματικά' for physical things.
There isn't a direct one-word opposite, but you might say 'Αποκλείεται!' (No way!).
Very! Many Greek pop songs use it to express certainty in love.
Expressions liées
Βέβαια
synonymOf course / Certainly
Εννοείται
similarIt's understood / Goes without saying
Οπωσδήποτε
similarDefinitely / By all means
Σαφώς
specialized formClearly / Plainly
Μάλιστα
specialized formYes, indeed / Very well
