B1 Expression フォーマル

είναι της αρεσκείας μου

it is to my liking

意味

I enjoy this.

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文化的背景

In Greece, a host's primary goal is to ensure the guest is satisfied. Using 'της αρεσκείας μου' is a way for the guest to validate the host's effort with high-level language. Historically, using Katharevousa-influenced phrases like this signaled education and social standing. Even today, it carries an air of 'archontia' (nobility). Greeks are very particular about food. Using this phrase allows for a nuanced critique—it says 'this is good quality, even if it's not my specific taste.' In Greek business, direct 'no' can be seen as rude. 'Δεν είναι της αρεσκείας μου' is a diplomatic way to reject a proposal without causing offense.

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The 'Negative' Power

Use 'Δεν είναι της αρεσκείας μου' to reject something politely. It sounds much more professional than a simple 'No' or 'I don't like it.'

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Watch the Accent!

Remember that 'αρέσκεια' changes its accent to 'αρεσκείας' in this phrase. Saying 'της αρέσκειας' is a common learner mistake.

意味

I enjoy this.

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The 'Negative' Power

Use 'Δεν είναι της αρεσκείας μου' to reject something politely. It sounds much more professional than a simple 'No' or 'I don't like it.'

⚠️

Watch the Accent!

Remember that 'αρέσκεια' changes its accent to 'αρεσκείας' in this phrase. Saying 'της αρέσκειας' is a common learner mistake.

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Waiters Love It

Using this phrase with staff in high-end Greek hotels or restaurants will often get you better service because it shows you respect the formal culture.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing words to complete the formal expression.

Το κρασί που μας προτείνατε είναι ________ ________ μου.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: της αρεσκείας

The expression requires the feminine genitive article 'της' and the noun 'αρεσκείας'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal business dinner?

How would you tell the host you like the food?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το φαγητό είναι της αρεσκείας μου.

This is the most formal and sophisticated option.

Complete the dialogue between a waiter and a customer.

Σερβιτόρος: Πώς σας φαίνεται το δωμάτιο; Πελάτης: ________________________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Είναι της αρεσκείας μου, ευχαριστώ.

In a hotel context, 'της αρεσκείας μου' is the standard polite response.

Match the phrase to the correct context.

Where would you most likely hear 'Δεν είναι της αρεσκείας μου'?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: In a formal art critique or review.

The phrase is formal and evaluative.

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ビジュアル学習ツール

Ways to say 'I like it' in Greek

Informal
Μου αρέσει I like it
Είναι τέλειο It's perfect
Formal
Είναι της αρεσκείας μου It is to my liking
Με ικανοποιεί It satisfies me

Where to use 'Της αρεσκείας μου'

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Food

  • Fine Dining
  • Wine Tasting
  • Catering
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Professional

  • Contracts
  • Design Proposals
  • Interviews
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Aesthetics

  • Art Galleries
  • Home Decor
  • Fashion

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing words to complete the formal expression. Fill Blank B1

Το κρασί που μας προτείνατε είναι ________ ________ μου.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: της αρεσκείας

The expression requires the feminine genitive article 'της' and the noun 'αρεσκείας'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal business dinner? Choose B1

How would you tell the host you like the food?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το φαγητό είναι της αρεσκείας μου.

This is the most formal and sophisticated option.

Complete the dialogue between a waiter and a customer. dialogue_completion B1

Σερβιτόρος: Πώς σας φαίνεται το δωμάτιο; Πελάτης: ________________________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Είναι της αρεσκείας μου, ευχαριστώ.

In a hotel context, 'της αρεσκείας μου' is the standard polite response.

Match the phrase to the correct context. situation_matching B1

Where would you most likely hear 'Δεν είναι της αρεσκείας μου'?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: In a formal art critique or review.

The phrase is formal and evaluative.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Not usually with friends. It's reserved for formal or semi-formal situations like restaurants, business, or talking to strangers.

No, it's generally used for things, services, or situations. To say you like a person, use 'μου αρέσει' or 'τον/την συμπαθώ'.

'Αρεσκείας' is more formal and objective; 'γούστου' is more personal and slightly more casual.

You say 'Είναι της αρεσκείας σας;' (formal) or 'Είναι της αρεσκείας σου;' (informal).

Yes: 'Ήταν της αρεσκείας μου' (It was to my liking).

Yes, it is excellent for formal emails, especially when giving feedback on a proposal.

Yes, because 'αρέσκεια' is a feminine noun. The article 'της' must always match it.

Change the verb to plural: 'Αυτά τα σχέδια είναι της αρεσκείας μου.'

The slang equivalent would be 'είναι η φάση μου' or 'με φτιάχνει'.

In Greek, when a feminine noun ending in -εια is in the genitive, the accent often shifts to the penult.

関連フレーズ

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είναι του γούστου μου

similar

It is of my taste

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μου αρέσει

synonym

I like it

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κατά την αρέσκειά σας

builds on

At your discretion / as you please

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με ικανοποιεί

similar

It satisfies me

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δεν μου γεμίζει το μάτι

contrast

It doesn't catch my eye / I'm not impressed

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