περιστασιακός 30秒で
- Occasional, infrequent, happening from time to time.
- Describes events or items that are not regular or constant.
- Used for things that occur sporadically or intermittently.
- Key term for non-routine occurrences.
The Greek adjective περιστασιακός (peristasiakós) translates to 'occasional' or 'happening from time to time' in English. It describes something that doesn't happen regularly or constantly, but rather at intervals, sporadically, or when circumstances allow. It's a versatile word used in various contexts to denote infrequency or a non-permanent nature.
Imagine a friend who visits you every now and then, not on a fixed schedule, but whenever they have some free time. You might describe their visits as περιστασιακές. Similarly, if a certain type of news report appears only once in a while, it's a περιστασιακή news report. The word implies a lack of routine or predictability.
- Usage Contexts
- Social Gatherings: Describing infrequent meetings or parties.
- Activities: Referring to hobbies or tasks done sporadically.
- Events: Characterizing events that occur unpredictably or infrequently.
- Work/Studies: Mentioning tasks or responsibilities that are not daily.
Η φίλη μου κάνει περιστασιακές επισκέψεις στην πόλη.
Understanding περιστασιακός helps you describe the rhythm of life, events, and activities with more nuance. It's the opposite of something constant or routine. Think of it as a gentle ebb and flow rather than a steady stream.
Υπάρχουν περιστασιακές βροχές αυτή την εβδομάδα.
It can also be used to describe something that is not a permanent or full-time commitment, but rather a temporary or part-time engagement. For instance, someone might have a περιστασιακή job, meaning they work only when needed.
- Synonymous Concepts
- Sporadic, intermittent, infrequent, occasional, irregular, adventitious, by chance.
The core idea is that the event or item is not a constant feature but appears or happens at certain points, often without a fixed schedule. It adds a layer of informality and unpredictability to descriptions.
Αυτό είναι ένα περιστασιακό πρόβλημα, όχι μόνιμο.
It can also describe something that arises out of specific circumstances, rather than being planned or regular. For example, a περιστασιακή need might be a sudden requirement that pops up unexpectedly.
Using περιστασιακός correctly involves placing it before the noun it modifies, agreeing in gender, number, and case. It's a common adjective that fits naturally into many sentence structures, adding a layer of nuance about frequency.
Here are some common patterns and examples:
- Subject + Verb + περιστασιακός + Noun
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Example: Ο Γιάννης έχει περιστασιακή εργασία ως σερβιτόρος.
(Giannis has occasional work as a waiter.) - Explanation: Here, περιστασιακή (feminine singular accusative) modifies εργασία (work), indicating it's not full-time or regular.
- Noun + Verb + περιστασιακός
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Example: Οι συναντήσεις μας είναι περιστασιακές.
(Our meetings are occasional.) - Explanation: Περιστασιακές (feminine plural nominative) here acts as a predicate adjective, describing the nature of the meetings.
Έχουμε περιστασιακή ανάγκη για βοήθεια.
- Using with different genders and numbers
- Masculine Singular: Ένας περιστασιακός επισκέπτης (An occasional visitor)
- Feminine Singular: Μια περιστασιακή δουλειά (An occasional job)
- Neuter Singular: Ένα περιστασιακό πρόβλημα (An occasional problem)
- Masculine Plural: Περιστασιακοί πελάτες (Occasional clients)
- Feminine Plural: Περιστασιακές εκπτώσεις (Occasional discounts)
- Neuter Plural: Περιστασιακά γεγονότα (Occasional events)
Οι περιστασιακοί καπνιστές δεν έχουν τόσο σοβαρά προβλήματα υγείας.
- Using as an adverbial phrase (less common but possible)
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Example: Το πρόβλημα εμφανίζεται περιστασιακά.
(The problem appears occasionally.) - Explanation: While περιστασιακός is primarily an adjective, in some contexts, its neuter form can function adverbially to mean 'occasionally'. However, using a dedicated adverb like 'περιστασιακά' is generally preferred for clarity.
When describing a situation, event, or item, περιστασιακός provides a precise way to communicate that it is not a constant or regular feature. It adds a touch of realism and accuracy to your descriptions.
Η εταιρεία προσφέρει περιστασιακές ευκαιρίες απασχόλησης.
Remember to consider the context. Are you talking about a recurring but infrequent event, a temporary situation, or something that happens by chance? Περιστασιακός can effectively convey these nuances.
You'll encounter περιστασιακός in a wide range of everyday conversations and media in Greece and Cyprus. It's a common adjective that people use to describe the rhythm of life, work, and social interactions. You'll hear it frequently in:
- Casual Conversations
- When friends discuss their routines, hobbies, or social lives. For example, someone might say: "Έχω περιστασιακή δουλειά αυτόν τον μήνα" (I have occasional work this month) or "Πάμε περιστασιακά για καφέ" (We go for coffee occasionally).
- News and Media
- News reports often use it to describe events that are not regular. For instance, a weather forecast might mention "περιστασιακές βροχές" (occasional rains), or an economic report could discuss "περιστασιακή αύξηση της ανεργίας" (occasional increase in unemployment).
Στην εφημερίδα έγραφαν για περιστασιακά προβλήματα στην κυκλοφορία.
- Workplace Discussions
- Colleagues might talk about "περιστασιακή απασχόληση" (occasional employment) or "περιστασιακές υποχρεώσεις" (occasional duties) that arise unexpectedly.
- Discussions about Hobbies and Leisure
- Someone might say, "Μου αρέσει να κάνω περιστασιακά ταξίδια" (I like to travel occasionally) or "Έχω περιστασιακά χόμπι, όπως η ζωγραφική" (I have occasional hobbies, like painting).
Ο δάσκαλος έκανε περιστασιακές παρατηρήσεις στην τάξη.
- Discussions about Health and Well-being
- A doctor might mention "περιστασιακοί πονοκέφαλοι" (occasional headaches) or a patient might describe "περιστασιακή κόπωση" (occasional fatigue).
You will also find it in literature, advertisements, and formal documents when the writer wants to convey a sense of irregularity or non-continuous occurrence. The word is common enough that native speakers use it without a second thought to describe anything that isn't a constant presence or a regular event.
Η έκθεση ανέφερε περιστασιακές διακοπές ρεύματος.
Overall, περιστασιακός is a very practical word that you will hear in numerous contexts when the emphasis is on something happening from time to time, rather than constantly or regularly.
While περιστασιακός is a straightforward adjective, learners sometimes make a few common mistakes, often related to grammatical agreement or choosing the wrong word for the intended meaning.
- 1. Incorrect Agreement (Gender, Number, Case)
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Mistake: Using the masculine form when the noun is feminine, or singular when it should be plural, etc.
Example of Mistake: "Έχω περιστασιακό δουλειά." (Incorrect: Should be feminine accusative: περιστασιακή δουλειά)
Correct: "Έχω περιστασιακή δουλειά." - Explanation: Περιστασιακός is an adjective and must agree with the noun it describes. Always check the gender, number, and case of the noun.
Λάθος: Οι περιστασιακό επισκέπτες.
- 2. Confusing with Adverbs
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Mistake: Using the adjective form where an adverb is needed, or vice-versa.
Example of Mistake: "Το πρόβλημα είναι περιστασιακός." (Incorrect: Using the adjective as an adverb).
Correct: "Το πρόβλημα εμφανίζεται περιστασιακά." (The problem appears occasionally.) or "Το πρόβλημα είναι περιστασιακό." (The problem is occasional - used predicatively). - Explanation: Περιστασιακός is an adjective. The adverb is περιστασιακά. While the neuter adjective can sometimes function adverbially, it's safer and clearer to use the proper adverb.
- 3. Overuse or Underuse
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Mistake: Using περιστασιακός when a more specific word like 'sporadic', 'intermittent', or even 'rare' might be more appropriate, or conversely, not using it when it perfectly describes the situation.
Explanation: While περιστασιακός means 'happening from time to time', it doesn't specify the exact frequency. If something happens very rarely, 'σπάνιος' (rare) might be better. If it happens at irregular intervals, 'ακανόνιστος' (irregular) could be used. However, περιστασιακός is a good general term for 'not regular'.
Σωστό: Η βροχή ήταν περιστασιακή.
- 4. Using it for Permanent or Constant States
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Mistake: Describing something that happens regularly or is permanent with περιστασιακός.
Example of Mistake: "Έχω περιστασιακή δουλειά στην τράπεζα." (If it's a permanent job).
Correct: "Έχω μόνιμη δουλειά στην τράπεζα." (I have a permanent job at the bank). - Explanation: The core meaning of περιστασιακός is infrequency. It is the opposite of 'permanent' or 'constant'. Make sure the situation you are describing truly fits the meaning of 'happening from time to time'.
By being mindful of grammatical agreement and the precise meaning of περιστασιακός, you can avoid these common pitfalls and use the word effectively.
While περιστασιακός is a very useful word, there are other Greek words that can express similar ideas, each with subtle differences in meaning or usage. Understanding these alternatives will enrich your vocabulary and allow for more precise expression.
- 1. Σποραδικός (sporadikós)
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Meaning: Sporadic, scattered, occurring at irregular intervals.
Comparison: Very similar to περιστασιακός, but often implies a greater degree of randomness or scattering. Σποραδικός can sometimes suggest a lack of any pattern, whereas περιστασιακός might still imply a loose pattern or occurrence when conditions are right.
Example: Σποραδικές βροχές (Sporadic rains) vs. Περιστασιακές βροχές (Occasional rains). Both are valid, but σποραδικές might emphasize the scattered nature more.
- 2. Ακανόνιστος (akanónistos)
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Meaning: Irregular, not following a pattern or schedule.
Comparison: This word emphasizes the lack of regularity or a fixed pattern. While περιστασιακός means it happens from time to time, ακανόνιστος focuses more on the unpredictability of *when* it happens. Something can be both ακανόνιστος and περιστασιακός.
Example: Ακανόνιστες ώρες εργασίας (Irregular working hours) vs. Περιστασιακές ώρες εργασίας (Occasional working hours - implies working fewer hours, not necessarily irregularly).
Η εταιρεία προσφέρει περιστασιακές θέσεις εργασίας.
- 3. Ενίοτε (eníote) / Κατά καιρούς (katá kairús) - Adverbs
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Meaning: Sometimes, occasionally, from time to time.
Comparison: These are adverbs, not adjectives. They modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, while περιστασιακός modifies nouns. They convey the same core meaning of infrequency.
Example: "Ενίοτε επισκέπτομαι τους φίλους μου." (I visit my friends sometimes.) vs. "Οι επισκέψεις μου στους φίλους είναι περιστασιακές." (My visits to friends are occasional).
- 4. Σπάνιος (spánios)
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Meaning: Rare, infrequent, uncommon.
Comparison: Σπάνιος implies a much lower frequency than περιστασιακός. Something σπάνιος happens very rarely, while something περιστασιακός happens from time to time, suggesting a somewhat more frequent, albeit irregular, occurrence.
Example: Σπάνια είδαμε τέτοιο φως (We rarely saw such light) vs. Περιστασιακό φως (Occasional light - perhaps referring to intermittent sunlight).
- 5. Προσωρινός (prosōrinós)
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Meaning: Temporary, not permanent.
Comparison: While περιστασιακός often implies something temporary, προσωρινός directly means 'temporary'. Περιστασιακός focuses on the frequency of occurrence, whereas προσωρινός focuses on the duration or lack of permanence.
Example: Προσωρινή λύση (Temporary solution) vs. Περιστασιακή λύση (An occasional solution that might arise when needed).
Mastering these nuances will help you use Greek with greater precision and fluency. Περιστασιακός is your go-to for 'happening from time to time', but knowing these alternatives allows you to fine-tune your descriptions.
Η έκθεση ανέφερε σποραδικές διακοπές ρεύματος.
レベル別の例文
Έχω περιστασιακή δουλειά.
I have occasional work.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'δουλειά' (work).
Αυτό είναι ένα περιστασιακό πρόβλημα.
This is an occasional problem.
Neuter adjective 'περιστασιακό' agreeing with neuter noun 'πρόβλημα' (problem).
Έρχονται περιστασιακά.
They come occasionally.
The adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' is used here, derived from the adjective.
Μου αρέσει η περιστασιακή άσκηση.
I like occasional exercise.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'άσκηση' (exercise).
Έχουμε περιστασιακές επισκέψεις.
We have occasional visits.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'επισκέψεις' (visits).
Αυτό είναι περιστασιακό.
This is occasional.
Neuter adjective 'περιστασιακό' used predicatively.
Ο παππούς κάνει περιστασιακά βόλτες.
Grandpa takes occasional walks.
Adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' modifying the verb 'κάνει βόλτες' (takes walks).
Είναι περιστασιακός καπνιστής.
He is an occasional smoker.
Masculine adjective 'περιστασιακός' agreeing with masculine noun 'καπνιστής' (smoker).
Η εταιρεία προσφέρει περιστασιακές ευκαιρίες απασχόλησης.
The company offers occasional employment opportunities.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'ευκαιρίες' (opportunities).
Αντιμετωπίζουμε περιστασιακά προβλήματα με τον εξοπλισμό.
We face occasional problems with the equipment.
Adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' modifying the verb 'αντιμετωπίζουμε' (we face).
Ο καιρός είναι απρόβλεπτος, με περιστασιακές καταιγίδες.
The weather is unpredictable, with occasional thunderstorms.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'καταιγίδες' (thunderstorms).
Έχω περιστασιακή επαφή με την οικογένειά μου.
I have occasional contact with my family.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'επαφή' (contact).
Η έκθεση αναφέρει περιστασιακές διακοπές ρεύματος.
The report mentions occasional power outages.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'διακοπές' (outages).
Μπορεί να υπάρξουν περιστασιακά παράπονα.
There may be occasional complaints.
Neuter plural adjective 'περιστασιακά' agreeing with neuter plural noun 'παράπονα' (complaints).
Είναι ένας περιστασιακός εθελοντής.
He is an occasional volunteer.
Masculine adjective 'περιστασιακός' agreeing with masculine noun 'εθελοντής' (volunteer).
Η πόλη έχει περιστασιακή τουριστική κίνηση.
The city has occasional tourist traffic.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'κίνηση' (traffic).
Ο ρυθμός της ζωής στην ύπαιθρο είναι πιο περιστασιακός.
The pace of life in the countryside is more occasional.
Neuter adjective 'περιστασιακός' used predicatively, referring to the abstract concept of 'pace of life'.
Στο παρελθόν, είχαμε περιστασιακές επαφές με ξένες ομάδες.
In the past, we had occasional contacts with foreign groups.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'επαφές' (contacts).
Η συντήρηση του εξοπλισμού γίνεται περιστασιακά.
The maintenance of the equipment is done occasionally.
Adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' modifying the passive verb 'γίνεται' (is done).
Αυτό το είδος φρούτου είναι διαθέσιμο μόνο περιστασιακά.
This type of fruit is available only occasionally.
Adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' modifying the adjective 'διαθέσιμο' (available).
Οι αλλαγές στην πολιτική ήταν περιστασιακές και μη συστηματικές.
The changes in policy were occasional and unsystematic.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'αλλαγές' (changes).
Ο καλλιτέχνης παρουσιάζει περιστασιακά τα έργα του σε μικρές γκαλερί.
The artist occasionally presents his works in small galleries.
Adverbial form 'περιστασιακά' modifying the verb 'παρουσιάζει' (presents).
Υπήρχαν περιστασιακές διαφωνίες μεταξύ των μελών.
There were occasional disagreements among the members.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'διαφωνίες' (disagreements).
Η εμφάνιση του σπάνιου αυτού πτηνού είναι περιστασιακή.
The appearance of this rare bird is occasional.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'εμφάνιση' (appearance).
Η φύση των περιστασιακών του εργασιών απαιτούσε μεγάλη ευελιξία.
The nature of his occasional tasks required great flexibility.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακών' in the genitive plural, modifying 'εργασιών' (tasks).
Η πολιτική της εταιρείας για τις περιστασιακές προσλήψεις είναι αυστηρή.
The company's policy for occasional hirings is strict.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'προσλήψεις' (hirings).
Παρατηρείται μια περιστασιακή αύξηση των κρουσμάτων, αλλά όχι συστηματική.
An occasional increase in cases is observed, but not systematic.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'αύξηση' (increase).
Η συγγραφέας χρησιμοποιεί περιστασιακές αναφορές στην αρχαία μυθολογία.
The author uses occasional references to ancient mythology.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'αναφορές' (references).
Ο θόρυβος από το εργοστάσιο είναι περιστασιακός κατά τις νυχτερινές ώρες.
The noise from the factory is occasional during the night hours.
Masculine adjective 'περιστασιακός' agreeing with masculine noun 'θόρυβος' (noise).
Αντιμετωπίζουμε περιστασιακές δυσκολίες στην επικοινωνία λόγω της απόστασης.
We face occasional difficulties in communication due to the distance.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'δυσκολίες' (difficulties).
Η διαθεσιμότητα του προϊόντος είναι περιστασιακή, ανάλογα με την παραγωγή.
The availability of the product is occasional, depending on production.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'διαθεσιμότητα' (availability).
Η συνεισφορά του στην ομάδα ήταν περιστασιακή, αλλά ουσιαστική.
His contribution to the team was occasional, but significant.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'συνεισφορά' (contribution).
Η απουσία συστηματικής έρευνας οδήγησε σε περιστασιακές μόνο ανακαλύψεις.
The absence of systematic research led to only occasional discoveries.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'ανακαλύψεις' (discoveries).
Η διακύμανση της αγοράς οφείλεται σε περιστασιακούς παράγοντες και όχι σε δομικές αλλαγές.
The market fluctuation is due to occasional factors and not structural changes.
Masculine plural adjective 'περιστασιακούς' agreeing with masculine plural noun 'παράγοντες' (factors).
Η μετάβαση σε ψηφιακές μορφές ήταν μια περιστασιακή προσαρμογή, όχι μια ολοκληρωτική αλλαγή.
The transition to digital formats was an occasional adaptation, not a complete change.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'προσαρμογή' (adaptation).
Η εκδήλωση των συμπτωμάτων είναι περιστασιακή και συνήθως σχετίζεται με περιβαλλοντικούς παράγοντες.
The manifestation of the symptoms is occasional and usually related to environmental factors.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'εκδήλωση' (manifestation).
Αν και η συνεργασία τους ήταν περιστασιακή, η επίδραση της ήταν μακροχρόνια.
Although their collaboration was occasional, its impact was long-lasting.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'συνεργασία' (collaboration).
Η εμφάνιση τέτοιων φαινομένων είναι περιστασιακή και δύσκολο να προβλεφθεί.
The appearance of such phenomena is occasional and difficult to predict.
Feminine adjective 'περιστασιακή' agreeing with feminine noun 'εμφάνιση' (appearance).
Ο ρόλος του ήταν περιστασιακός, αλλά η συμβολή του καθοριστική.
His role was occasional, but his contribution was decisive.
Masculine adjective 'περιστασιακός' agreeing with masculine noun 'ρόλος' (role).
Η επικοινωνία τους περιοριζόταν σε περιστασιακές αλληλογραφίες.
Their communication was limited to occasional correspondence.
Feminine plural adjective 'περιστασιακές' agreeing with feminine plural noun 'αλληλογραφίες' (correspondences).
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
Αυτό είναι περιστασιακό.
Έχω περιστασιακή δουλειά.
Περιστασιακές βροχές.
Περιστασιακά προβλήματα.
Περιστασιακές επισκέψεις.
Γίνεται περιστασιακά.
Περιστασιακή ανάγκη.
Περιστασιακή επαφή.
Περιστασιακή χρήση.
Περιστασιακή αύξηση.
Summary
Περιστασιακός means 'occasional' or 'happening from time to time', describing things that are not regular or constant, but occur sporadically.
- Occasional, infrequent, happening from time to time.
- Describes events or items that are not regular or constant.
- Used for things that occur sporadically or intermittently.
- Key term for non-routine occurrences.
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generalの関連語
άλλωστε
A2besides, after all
άμεσα
B2άμεσα (すぐに) 行動しなければなりません。
άμεσος
B1without intervening factors or delay
άνθρωπος
A1人間、人。
άποψη
B1a view or judgment formed about something
άρνηση
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άσπρος
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άσχημος
A2ugly
έγκαιρος
B1timely, on time
έκτακτος
B1並外れた、または緊急の何か。
