A2 Collocation カジュアル

Πάω να φάω

I am going to eat

意味

Heading to have a meal.

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文化的背景

The 'Mesimeriano' (midday meal) is sacred. Saying 'Πάω να φάω' between 2 PM and 5 PM often implies a long break followed by a nap. In Cyprus, the phrase is the same, but the food might involve more 'souvla'. The invitation 'Έλα να φας' (Come eat) often follows 'Πάω να φάω'. The phrase is often preserved even when the rest of the conversation is in English ('I'm going to the kitchen, pao na fao'). On Greek Twitter/TikTok, 'Πάω να φάω' is used as a meme to show someone is ignoring a controversial topic.

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The 'Invite' Rule

When you say 'Πάω να φάω' to a friend, it's polite to follow it with 'Θέλεις να έρθεις;' (Do you want to come?) even if you think they'll say no.

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Pronoun Danger

Never add 'σε' (you) or 'τον' (him) after 'φάω' unless you are very angry. 'Πάω να σε φάω' means 'I'm going to eat you up' (either aggressively or playfully).

意味

Heading to have a meal.

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The 'Invite' Rule

When you say 'Πάω να φάω' to a friend, it's polite to follow it with 'Θέλεις να έρθεις;' (Do you want to come?) even if you think they'll say no.

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Pronoun Danger

Never add 'σε' (you) or 'τον' (him) after 'φάω' unless you are very angry. 'Πάω να σε φάω' means 'I'm going to eat you up' (either aggressively or playfully).

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The Greek Lunch

Remember that 'Πάω να φάω' in the afternoon usually means a full meal, not a sandwich at a desk.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing particle and verb form.

Πεινάω πολύ, πάω ___ ___ (eat).

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: να φάω

We use 'να' + the subjunctive 'φάω' for a specific instance of eating.

Which sentence is the most natural way to tell a friend you are leaving for lunch?

Choose the best option:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Πάω να φάω.

'Πάω να φάω' is the standard, natural informal choice.

Complete the dialogue.

Γιώργος: Θέλεις να παίξουμε μπάσκετ; Εσύ: Όχι, είμαι κουρασμένος και πεινάω. ___ ___ ___.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Πάω να φάω

The context of 'πεινάω' (I'm hungry) requires 'πάω να φάω'.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Match 'Πάω να φάω' with the correct context:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: You are at a library and taking a break.

The phrase indicates you are *going* to eat, not that you are already doing it or finished.

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ビジュアル学習ツール

Meal Times for 'Pao na Fao'

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Μεσημέρι

  • 14:00 - 16:00
  • Main meal
  • Family time
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Βράδυ

  • 21:00 - 23:00
  • Social
  • Light or heavy

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the missing particle and verb form. Fill Blank A2

Πεινάω πολύ, πάω ___ ___ (eat).

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: να φάω

We use 'να' + the subjunctive 'φάω' for a specific instance of eating.

Which sentence is the most natural way to tell a friend you are leaving for lunch? Choose A2

Choose the best option:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Πάω να φάω.

'Πάω να φάω' is the standard, natural informal choice.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

Γιώργος: Θέλεις να παίξουμε μπάσκετ; Εσύ: Όχι, είμαι κουρασμένος και πεινάω. ___ ___ ___.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Πάω να φάω

The context of 'πεινάω' (I'm hungry) requires 'πάω να φάω'.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching A2

Match 'Πάω να φάω' with the correct context:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: You are at a library and taking a break.

The phrase indicates you are *going* to eat, not that you are already doing it or finished.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

No, 'τρώω' is the continuous form. 'Πάω να φάω' refers to the specific act of having a meal.

It depends on your relationship, but generally, it's fine. If you want to be safer, say 'Θα λείψω για λίγο να φάω'.

'Πάω να φάω' is more about the act/hunger. 'Πάω για φαγητό' sounds more like a social plan.

No, it can be breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The time of day determines which meal it is.

Just add 'κάτι': 'Πάω να φάω κάτι'.

You can also use 'Φεύγω' (I'm leaving): 'Φεύγω να φάω'.

Yes, but 'Πάω να τσιμπήσω κάτι' is more specific for a snack.

The best response is 'Καλή όρεξη!' (Enjoy your meal!).

Yes, in dialogue. In narrative, a writer might use 'Πήγε να γευματίσει'.

Yes, 'Πάω να την ακούσω' (slang for eating a lot/getting full).

関連フレーズ

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Πάω για ύπνο

similar

I'm going to sleep.

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Καλή όρεξη

builds on

Enjoy your meal.

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Έφαγα

contrast

I ate.

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Πάω να τσιμπήσω

specialized form

I'm going to grab a snack.

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