Meaning
Strategy.
Cultural Background
The 'Greek Patenta' is a cultural point of pride, referring to ingenious, improvised solutions. Saying 'Έχω ένα σχέδιο' often implies you've found a clever shortcut. In Cyprus, the phrase is used similarly, though the local dialect might add 'έχω ένα πλάνο' more frequently due to heavier English influence. In Greek business, 'έχω ένα σχέδιο' is expected to be followed by a 'business plan' (επιχειρηματικό σχέδιο). The phrase is a trope in Greek action movies and dubbed international series like 'La Casa de Papel' (Money Heist).
Sound like a native
Add 'Λοιπόν...' (So...) before the phrase to sound more natural: 'Λοιπόν, έχω ένα σχέδιο!'
Gender check
Never say 'μια σχέδιο'. It's always 'ένα' (neuter).
Meaning
Strategy.
Sound like a native
Add 'Λοιπόν...' (So...) before the phrase to sound more natural: 'Λοιπόν, έχω ένα σχέδιο!'
Gender check
Never say 'μια σχέδιο'. It's always 'ένα' (neuter).
The 'Patenta' vibe
Use this phrase when you've found a creative way to fix something broken.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to say 'I have a plan'.
Έχω ____ σχέδιο.
'Σχέδιο' is a neuter noun, so it requires the neuter article 'ένα'.
Which sentence means 'We have a plan'?
Choose the correct translation:
'Έχουμε' is the first-person plural form (we).
Match the phrase to the most likely situation.
Situation: You are in a meeting and want to propose a strategy.
'Σχέδιο' sounds more professional and structured for a meeting.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Πώς θα πάμε στο αεροδρόμιο; B: Μην ανησυχείς, ________.
The standard expression to reassure someone that you have a solution is 'έχω ένα σχέδιο'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesΈχω ____ σχέδιο.
'Σχέδιο' is a neuter noun, so it requires the neuter article 'ένα'.
Choose the correct translation:
'Έχουμε' is the first-person plural form (we).
Situation: You are in a meeting and want to propose a strategy.
'Σχέδιο' sounds more professional and structured for a meeting.
A: Πώς θα πάμε στο αεροδρόμιο; B: Μην ανησυχείς, ________.
The standard expression to reassure someone that you have a solution is 'έχω ένα σχέδιο'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, it's common in business, but 'σχέδιο' is more traditional and versatile.
No, 'map' is 'χάρτης'. 'Σχέδιο' is a plan or a technical drawing.
Simply add 'δεν': 'Δεν έχω ένα σχέδιο' or 'Δεν έχω σχέδιο'.
Related Phrases
Κάνω σχέδια
similarTo make plans (process)
Σχέδιο δράσης
specialized formAction plan
Εναλλακτικό σχέδιο
builds onPlan B / Alternative plan
Έχω μια ιδέα
similarI have an idea
