意味
Ordering or asking for water.
文化的背景
Water is considered a basic human right. In any 'Kafeneio' or 'Taverna', you will be served a glass of water for free as soon as you sit down. This is the hallmark of Greek hospitality. Similar to Greece, but due to water scarcity issues in the past, there is a deep respect for not wasting even a single glass of water. Greek families abroad maintain the tradition of offering a glass of water to anyone who enters their home, from the mailman to a distant relative. The 'Kylix' was the ancient equivalent of the 'Potiri'. Offering water was part of the ritual of 'Xenia', ensuring the guest was purified and comfortable.
The Free Water Rule
In Greece, tap water is safe in most cities (Athens, Thessaloniki). If you ask for 'ένα ποτήρι νερό', it's free. If you want bottled, say 'εμφιαλωμένο'.
Island Water
On many Greek islands, tap water is not potable. In these places, 'ένα ποτήρι νερό' might still be served, but it's better to ask for a bottle.
意味
Ordering or asking for water.
The Free Water Rule
In Greece, tap water is safe in most cities (Athens, Thessaloniki). If you ask for 'ένα ποτήρι νερό', it's free. If you want bottled, say 'εμφιαλωμένο'.
Island Water
On many Greek islands, tap water is not potable. In these places, 'ένα ποτήρι νερό' might still be served, but it's better to ask for a bottle.
The Diminutive Trick
Use 'ένα νεράκι' (a little water) to sound like a local. It makes your request sound more polite and less demanding.
Coffee Etiquette
Never drink your coffee without having water nearby. It's considered incomplete and can be seen as a sign of a 'cheap' establishment if they don't provide it.
自分をテスト
Fill in the missing word to ask for a glass of water.
Θα ήθελα ένα ______ νερό, παρακαλώ.
'Ποτήρι' means glass, which is the correct container for water.
Which is the correct way to say 'two glasses of water'?
Πώς λέμε 'two glasses of water';
We pluralize 'ποτήρι' to 'ποτήρια' and keep 'νερό' singular, with no preposition.
Complete the dialogue at the cafe.
Σερβιτόρος: Τι θα θέλατε; Πελάτης: Έναν καφέ και ______.
This is the standard way to order a glass of water with your coffee.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at a friend's house and you are thirsty.
This is an informal way to ask a friend for water.
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4 問題Θα ήθελα ένα ______ νερό, παρακαλώ.
'Ποτήρι' means glass, which is the correct container for water.
Πώς λέμε 'two glasses of water';
We pluralize 'ποτήρι' to 'ποτήρια' and keep 'νερό' singular, with no preposition.
Σερβιτόρος: Τι θα θέλατε; Πελάτης: Έναν καφέ και ______.
This is the standard way to order a glass of water with your coffee.
You are at a friend's house and you are thirsty.
This is an informal way to ask a friend for water.
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よくある質問
10 問Yes, a glass of tap water is almost always free. However, many tourist areas will bring a bottle and charge for it unless you specifically ask for a glass/tap water.
You say 'με πάγο' (me pá-gho). For example: 'Ένα ποτήρι νερό με πάγο, παρακαλώ.'
'Ποτήρι νερό' is the drink itself. 'Ποτήρι του νερού' is the physical object (the water glass).
Yes, tap water in Athens is of excellent quality and perfectly safe to drink.
Greek sweets (like baklava or spoon sweets) are very sugary. The water helps balance the sweetness and cleanse the palate.
It is 'ένα' because 'ποτήρι' is a neuter noun. 'Ένας' is for masculine nouns.
Ask for 'ανθρακούχο νερό' (anthrakúho neró) or 'σόδα' (soda).
In a busy cafe, it might be slightly awkward, but in a 'kafeneio', it's generally accepted, though most people order at least a coffee.
You can say 'ένα μεγάλο ποτήρι νερό'.
No, adults use it all the time! It's a 'friendly' version of the word and very common in casual conversation.
関連フレーズ
Ένα μπουκάλι νερό
similarA bottle of water
Τρεχούμενο νερό
specialized formRunning water / Tap water
Μεταλλικό νερό
specialized formMineral water
Πνίγομαι σε μια κουταλιά νερό
similarTo drown in a spoonful of water
