뜻
Performing my duties.
문화적 배경
In Greece, the workplace is often social. Saying 'κάνω τη δουλειά μου' can be a way to politely exit a long social conversation to return to tasks. Greek neighborhoods (geitonies) can be inquisitive. This phrase is a vital tool for maintaining privacy without being overtly hostile. A 'mastoras' (technician/craftsman) uses this phrase to signal that they don't need advice while working. It's a point of professional pride. Historically, 'doing one's job' was a defense against a complex and often frustrating state system. It implies following the rules to avoid personal liability.
The 'Functional' Hack
Use 'κάνει τη δουλειά του' for any tool, app, or gadget that works well enough. It makes you sound very natural.
Watch the Tone
Saying 'Εγώ τη δουλειά μου κάνω' with a shrug is fine. Saying it with a glare is a confrontation.
뜻
Performing my duties.
The 'Functional' Hack
Use 'κάνει τη δουλειά του' for any tool, app, or gadget that works well enough. It makes you sound very natural.
Watch the Tone
Saying 'Εγώ τη δουλειά μου κάνω' with a shrug is fine. Saying it with a glare is a confrontation.
Possessive Agreement
Always double-check your pronoun. 'Κάνω τη δουλειά σου' means 'I am doing your job,' which might be a nice offer but usually a mistake!
The Neighbor Shield
If a neighbor asks too many questions, just smile and say 'Εγώ τη δουλειά μου κάνω.' It's the ultimate polite conversation-ender.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the correct possessive pronoun (μου, σου, του, μας).
Εμείς κάνουμε τη δουλειά ____.
The subject is 'Εμείς' (we), so the possessive must be 'μας' (our).
Which sense of the phrase is used here: 'Αυτό το παλιό κινητό κάνει ακόμα τη δουλειά του.'
What does the phrase mean in this sentence?
The sentence refers to an object (phone) that still works well enough.
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate form of the phrase.
Γιάννη: 'Γιατί κοιτάς τι κάνω;' - Μαρία: 'Συγγνώμη, εγώ τη _________ κάνω.'
Maria is talking about herself, so she uses 'μου'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Κάνε τη δουλειά σου!' to the correct context.
The imperative 'Κάνε τη δουλειά σου' is a common way to tell someone to stop interfering.
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시각 학습 자료
Work vs. Chores
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Εμείς κάνουμε τη δουλειά ____.
The subject is 'Εμείς' (we), so the possessive must be 'μας' (our).
What does the phrase mean in this sentence?
The sentence refers to an object (phone) that still works well enough.
Γιάννη: 'Γιατί κοιτάς τι κάνω;' - Μαρία: 'Συγγνώμη, εγώ τη _________ κάνω.'
Maria is talking about herself, so she uses 'μου'.
Match 'Κάνε τη δουλειά σου!' to the correct context.
The imperative 'Κάνε τη δουλειά σου' is a common way to tell someone to stop interfering.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Usually, for housework, we use the plural: 'Κάνω δουλειές του σπιτιού.' Using the singular 'κάνω τη δουλειά μου' implies your professional career.
'Εργασία' is more formal and academic. 'Δουλειά' is what everyone uses in daily life.
You can say 'Ας κοιτάξει ο καθένας τη δουλειά του' (Let everyone look at their own work). It sounds less aggressive.
Yes! 'Το πλυντήριο κάνει τη δουλειά του' means the washing machine is working fine.
The past tense is 'Έκανα τη δουλειά μου' (I did my job).
Only if you are explaining your actions defensively. Otherwise, it might sound like you are telling them to leave you alone.
It's the diminutive. It makes the job sound small, easy, or humble. 'Κάνω τη δουλίτσα μου' often means 'I'm quietly making my living.'
Yes, but it's less common. Adding 'μου' makes it more personal and idiomatic.
Yes, it is used throughout the Greek-speaking world with the same meanings.
Indirectly, yes. If you say 'κάνω τη δουλειά μου,' it implies you don't have time for other things.
관련 표현
κοιτάζω τη δουλειά μου
similarMinding my own business.
κάνω το καθήκον μου
specialized formDoing my duty.
βγάζω τη δουλειά
builds onGetting the work done.
δουλειά μου είναι;
contrastIs it my job?
δουλειά δεν είχε ο διάβολος...
similarThe devil had no work...
