뜻
Something irrelevant to the discussion.
문화적 배경
In Greek schools, 'εκτός θέματος' is the most feared comment on an essay. It often results in a failing grade, emphasizing the cultural value of logical structure and adherence to instructions. Greeks often use 'Άσχετο' (unrelated) as a way to introduce a new, unrelated topic without being rude. It acts as a linguistic bridge. In Greek TV debates, moderators frequently use 'εκτός θέματος' to cut off politicians who are 'πετάνε την μπάλα στην εξέδρα' (kicking the ball to the stands/dodging the question). While Greek business culture can be informal, meetings in large corporations are becoming stricter. 'Εκτός θέματος' is used to keep meetings within the 'agenda'.
The 'Disclaimer' Move
If you know you are about to say something off-topic, start with 'Ξέρω ότι είναι εκτός θέματος, αλλά...' to sound more native and polite.
The Genitive Trap
Never say 'εκτός θέμα'. The '-ος' at the end of 'θέματος' is non-negotiable for B1+ learners.
뜻
Something irrelevant to the discussion.
The 'Disclaimer' Move
If you know you are about to say something off-topic, start with 'Ξέρω ότι είναι εκτός θέματος, αλλά...' to sound more native and polite.
The Genitive Trap
Never say 'εκτός θέμα'. The '-ος' at the end of 'θέματος' is non-negotiable for B1+ learners.
The 'Ascheto' Interjection
In casual Greek, 'Άσχετο' is used like 'By the way' or 'Random thought'. It's a great way to change the subject.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word in the correct case.
Η απάντησή σου στην εξέταση ήταν εκτός _______.
The preposition 'εκτός' always requires the genitive case, which is 'θέματος'.
Which of the following is the most common informal way to say 'off-topic'?
Πώς λέμε 'off-topic' ανεπίσημα;
'Άσχετο' is the most common casual interjection for something unrelated.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match: 1. 'Μην βγαίνεις εκτός θέματος' | 2. 'Είναι εκτός θέματος' | 3. 'Άσχετο!'
1 is an instruction (don't go), 2 is a statement of fact (it is), 3 is a casual interjection.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Πρέπει να μιλήσουμε για τον προϋπολογισμό. Β: Είδατε τον αγώνα χθες; Α: Αυτό είναι _________.
Talking about a game during a budget meeting is irrelevant/off-topic.
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연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Η απάντησή σου στην εξέταση ήταν εκτός _______.
The preposition 'εκτός' always requires the genitive case, which is 'θέματος'.
Πώς λέμε 'off-topic' ανεπίσημα;
'Άσχετο' is the most common casual interjection for something unrelated.
Match: 1. 'Μην βγαίνεις εκτός θέματος' | 2. 'Είναι εκτός θέματος' | 3. 'Άσχετο!'
1 is an instruction (don't go), 2 is a statement of fact (it is), 3 is a casual interjection.
Α: Πρέπει να μιλήσουμε για τον προϋπολογισμό. Β: Είδατε τον αγώνα χθες; Α: Αυτό είναι _________.
Talking about a game during a budget meeting is irrelevant/off-topic.
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자주 묻는 질문
5 질문It depends on the tone. In a meeting, it's professional. To a friend, it can be blunt unless said with a smile.
No, you don't say 'Είσαι εκτός θέματος' to mean someone is crazy. It only refers to what they are saying or writing.
The opposite is 'εντός θέματος' (on-topic) or 'επί του θέματος' (on the subject).
Because the preposition 'εκτός' always takes the genitive case in Greek.
Yes, it's very common in professional emails to clarify that a point is secondary or irrelevant.
관련 표현
άσχετο
synonymunrelated
εκτός τόπου και χρόνου
similarout of touch with reality
περί ανέμων και υδάτων
specialized formtalking about nothing in particular
στο προκείμενο
contrastto the point
βγαίνω από το θέμα
similarto stray from the topic
