A1 Expression ニュートラル

Θέλω ησυχία

I want quiet

意味

Asking for silence.

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文化的背景

The 'Mesimeri' (afternoon quiet hours) are legally enforced in many residential areas. Making noise between 3 PM and 5:30 PM can lead to complaints or even police intervention. The concept of 'Isychia' is central to Mount Athos, where monks practice silence to achieve a closer connection to God. In noisy cities like Athens, 'isychia' is considered a luxury. Apartments with 'isychia' (not facing a main road) are more expensive. Greek families are notoriously loud. Saying 'Θέλω ησυχία' is often the only way to get a word in or to get some rest during a family gathering.

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Add 'παρακαλώ'

Always add 'παρακαλώ' (please) at the end if you are asking someone else to be quiet, to avoid sounding bossy.

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Watch the tone

If you say this with a sharp, rising intonation, it can sound like a reprimand. Keep your voice low for a genuine plea for peace.

意味

Asking for silence.

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Add 'παρακαλώ'

Always add 'παρακαλώ' (please) at the end if you are asking someone else to be quiet, to avoid sounding bossy.

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Watch the tone

If you say this with a sharp, rising intonation, it can sound like a reprimand. Keep your voice low for a genuine plea for peace.

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The 'Possessive' Trick

Use 'Θέλω την ησυχία μου' (I want my peace) when you want people to stop bothering you with their problems, not just to stop making noise.

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The Afternoon Nap

Remember the 'Mesimeri' hours. If you say 'Θέλω ησυχία' during this time, every Greek will understand and support you.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word to say 'I want a little quiet.'

Θέλω ____ ησυχία.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: λίγη

'Λίγη' is the feminine form of 'little,' matching the feminine noun 'ησυχία'.

Which phrase is the most polite way to ask for quiet in an office?

Πώς το λέμε ευγενικά;

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Θα ήθελα λίγη ησυχία, παρακαλώ.

The conditional 'θα ήθελα' and the word 'παρακαλώ' make the request polite.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: You have a migraine and your friend is talking loudly.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Θέλω ησυχία, πονάει το κεφάλι μου.

This directly addresses the physical need for quiet due to pain.

Complete the dialogue.

Α: Γιατί κλείνεις την πόρτα; Β: Γιατί _________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: θέλω ησυχία

'Θέλω ησυχία' explains the reason (purpose) for closing the door.

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ビジュアル学習ツール

Quiet vs. Shut Up

Θέλω ησυχία
Polite Yes
Focus My need
Σκάσε
Rude Very
Focus Your noise

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing word to say 'I want a little quiet.' Fill Blank A1

Θέλω ____ ησυχία.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: λίγη

'Λίγη' is the feminine form of 'little,' matching the feminine noun 'ησυχία'.

Which phrase is the most polite way to ask for quiet in an office? Choose A2

Πώς το λέμε ευγενικά;

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Θα ήθελα λίγη ησυχία, παρακαλώ.

The conditional 'θα ήθελα' and the word 'παρακαλώ' make the request polite.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A1

Situation: You have a migraine and your friend is talking loudly.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Θέλω ησυχία, πονάει το κεφάλι μου.

This directly addresses the physical need for quiet due to pain.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

Α: Γιατί κλείνεις την πόρτα; Β: Γιατί _________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: θέλω ησυχία

'Θέλω ησυχία' explains the reason (purpose) for closing the door.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Not inherently. It depends on your tone. Adding 'παρακαλώ' makes it perfectly polite.

'Ησυχία' is the general state of quiet/peace. 'Σιωπή' is specifically the absence of speech or a total, heavy silence.

Yes, but use the formal 'Θα ήθελα λίγη ησυχία' to be professional.

Use 'Κάντε ησυχία' (Kante isychia).

It means 'Leave me alone' or 'Leave me in peace.' It's more forceful.

It is feminine: η ησυχία.

Use 'Χρειάζομαι ησυχία' (Chriazomai isychia).

Yes, you can say 'Θέλω ένα σπίτι με ησυχία' (I want a house with quiet).

Slang would be 'Βγάλτε το σκασμό' (Shut it), but it's very aggressive.

Because Greek life is very social and loud, 'isychia' is the necessary balance for rest and reflection.

関連フレーズ

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Κάντε ησυχία

specialized form

Be quiet (command)

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Ηρεμήστε

similar

Calm down

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Σιωπή!

synonym

Silence!

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Άσε με ήσυχο

builds on

Leave me alone

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Ησυχία και τάξη

specialized form

Law and order (lit. quiet and order)

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