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Offering something.
문화적 배경
In Greece, giving is not just an option; it's a social duty. If you visit a home, the host will almost always offer you something (a sweet, a coffee) and say 'Είναι για σένα'. Unlike many Western cultures, in Greece, the person whose Name Day it is often treats their friends. They might bring sweets to the office and hand them out saying 'Είναι για σένα'. Greeks often argue over who will pay the bill. Saying 'Είναι για σένα' (referring to the coffee/drink) is a way to end the argument by declaring it a gift. When leaving a tip, you might say to the waiter 'Αυτό είναι για σένα' to ensure they know the extra money is specifically for them and not just the bill.
Smile while saying it
In Greek culture, the warmth of the delivery is as important as the words themselves.
Watch the case
Never say 'για εσύ'. Always use the accusative 'σένα'.
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Offering something.
Smile while saying it
In Greek culture, the warmth of the delivery is as important as the words themselves.
Watch the case
Never say 'για εσύ'. Always use the accusative 'σένα'.
Add 'Ορίστε'
Starting with 'Ορίστε' (O-ree-steh) makes the gesture feel more complete and polite.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word to say 'This is for you'.
Αυτό είναι ___ σένα.
The preposition 'για' is used to mean 'for'.
Which phrase is the most polite way to give a gift to a teacher?
Πώς το λέμε στον δάσκαλο;
'Εσάς' is the formal/plural form used for respect.
Match the phrase to the situation.
The phone rings for your brother.
We use this phrase to tell someone a call is for them.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Χρόνια Πολλά! Β: Ευχαριστώ! Α: Ορίστε, αυτό ___ ___ ___.
The speaker is giving a gift to the person celebrating.
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시각 학습 자료
When to use 'Είναι για σένα'
Gifts
- • Birthdays
- • Souvenirs
- • Surprises
Communication
- • Phone calls
- • Messages
- • Letters
Treats
- • Coffee
- • Dinner
- • Drinks
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Αυτό είναι ___ σένα.
The preposition 'για' is used to mean 'for'.
Πώς το λέμε στον δάσκαλο;
'Εσάς' is the formal/plural form used for respect.
The phone rings for your brother.
We use this phrase to tell someone a call is for them.
Α: Χρόνια Πολλά! Β: Ευχαριστώ! Α: Ορίστε, αυτό ___ ___ ___.
The speaker is giving a gift to the person celebrating.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
4 질문Yes, it's very common and slightly more informal, like saying 'For you!' in English.
Yes, 'εσένα' is the full form. 'Σένα' is the shortened version used in everyday speech.
You say 'Είναι για εσάς'.
Absolutely. It's often used in songs to say 'This song is for you'.
관련 표현
Είναι από μένα
similarIt's from me / It's on me
Δικό σου
synonymIt's yours
Ορίστε
builds onHere you go
Με αγάπη
builds onWith love
Σου το χαρίζω
specialized formI am gifting it to you
