意味
A polite formal greeting used in the morning.
文化的背景
In cities like Athens, 'Καλημέρα σας' is often said quickly as you enter a metro station or shop, but eye contact is still appreciated. In smaller villages, saying 'Καλημέρα' to everyone you pass on the street is expected, even if you don't know them. Even in modern tech startups in Greece, the first meeting of the day always begins with a round of 'Καλημέρα σας' to establish a friendly but professional atmosphere. Greek communities in the US or Australia often use 'Καλημέρα' as a way to identify fellow Greeks in public spaces.
The 1 PM Rule
Switch to 'Hairete' or 'Kalispera' after 1 PM. Saying 'Kalimera' late makes you look like a late sleeper!
Smile and Nod
Greeks value warmth. Even a formal 'Kalimera sas' should be accompanied by a friendly expression.
意味
A polite formal greeting used in the morning.
The 1 PM Rule
Switch to 'Hairete' or 'Kalispera' after 1 PM. Saying 'Kalimera' late makes you look like a late sleeper!
Smile and Nod
Greeks value warmth. Even a formal 'Kalimera sas' should be accompanied by a friendly expression.
自分をテスト
You enter a bank at 10:00 AM. What do you say to the teller?
Στην τράπεζα το πρωί λέμε:
It is morning (10:00 AM) and a formal setting, so 'Καλημέρα σας' is perfect.
Complete the formal greeting.
Καλημέρα _____, τι κάνετε;
'Σας' is the formal pronoun used for politeness.
Match the greeting to the person.
1. Best Friend, 2. Boss, 3. Grandmother
Friends are informal, bosses and elders get the formal 'sas'.
Fill in the missing line in this formal dialogue.
Υπάλληλος: Καλημέρα σας, πώς μπορώ να βοηθήσω; Πελάτης: __________, θα ήθελα ένα εισιτήριο.
The customer should mirror the formal greeting of the employee.
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練習問題バンク
4 問題Στην τράπεζα το πρωί λέμε:
It is morning (10:00 AM) and a formal setting, so 'Καλημέρα σας' is perfect.
Καλημέρα _____, τι κάνετε;
'Σας' is the formal pronoun used for politeness.
1. Best Friend, 2. Boss, 3. Grandmother
Friends are informal, bosses and elders get the formal 'sas'.
Υπάλληλος: Καλημέρα σας, πώς μπορώ να βοηθήσω; Πελάτης: __________, θα ήθελα ένα εισιτήριο.
The customer should mirror the formal greeting of the employee.
🎉 スコア： /4
よくある質問
3 問'Καλημέρα' is one word, and 'σας' is a separate pronoun. Always write them with a space.
Yes, because 'σας' is plural, it works for a group. However, with close friends, just 'Καλημέρα' is more natural.
Usually just 'Καλημέρα' or 'Καλημέρα σας' back. You can also say 'Επίσης' (Likewise).
関連フレーズ
Καλησπέρα σας
similarGood evening (formal)
Καλή σας μέρα
builds onHave a good day
Χαίρετε
synonymGreetings / Hello
Καληνύχτα σας
contrastGood night (formal)
