Significado
Warning about health.
Contexto cultural
Greeks express love through food. If you have an allergy, mention it early and politely to avoid being served a dish you can't eat. During fasting periods (Sarakosti), many Greek dishes are naturally vegan, which is great for those with dairy or egg allergies. In big cities, restaurants are very aware of allergies. In small villages, you might need to explain more clearly what an allergy is. Greeks use medical terms like 'allergy' or 'heart attack' (έμφραγμα) to describe emotional reactions to everyday annoyances.
Be Specific
In a restaurant, don't just say 'Έχω αλλεργία'. Say exactly what to: 'στο γάλα', 'στα φιστίκια'.
The 'Se' Rule
Remember that 'σε' + 'το' = 'στο'. Most foods are neuter (το γάλα, το μέλι, το ψάρι), so 'στο' is your best friend.
Significado
Warning about health.
Be Specific
In a restaurant, don't just say 'Έχω αλλεργία'. Say exactly what to: 'στο γάλα', 'στα φιστίκια'.
The 'Se' Rule
Remember that 'σε' + 'το' = 'στο'. Most foods are neuter (το γάλα, το μέλι, το ψάρι), so 'στο' is your best friend.
Polite Refusal
Use this phrase to avoid eating something you don't like at a Greek home without hurting feelings.
Adjective vs Noun
If you forget the noun 'αλλεργία', just say 'Είμαι αλλεργικός' (I am allergic). It's often easier to remember.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct preposition and article (στο, στη, στον, στους).
Έχω αλλεργία _______ γάλα.
Γάλα is neuter, so we use 'στο'.
Which sentence is correct for a woman speaking?
How do you say 'I am allergic'?
Women use the feminine ending -ή.
Match the allergy to the situation.
You are at a park in April and you are sneezing.
Pollen (γύρη) is common in spring.
Complete the dialogue.
Waiter: Θέλετε ομελέτα με τυρί; Learner: Όχι, δυστυχώς _______.
Omelets contain eggs (αυγά).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Common Allergies in Greek
Food
- • Γάλα (Milk)
- • Ξηροί καρποί (Nuts)
- • Θαλασσινά (Seafood)
Nature
- • Γύρη (Pollen)
- • Σκόνη (Dust)
- • Ζώα (Animals)
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΈχω αλλεργία _______ γάλα.
Γάλα is neuter, so we use 'στο'.
How do you say 'I am allergic'?
Women use the feminine ending -ή.
You are at a park in April and you are sneezing.
Pollen (γύρη) is common in spring.
Waiter: Θέλετε ομελέτα με τυρί; Learner: Όχι, δυστυχώς _______.
Omelets contain eggs (αυγά).
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasYou say 'Έχω αλλεργία στα πάντα' (I have an allergy to everything).
It is feminine: η αλλεργία.
Yes, 'Έχω αλλεργία στην πενικιλίνη' (I have an allergy to penicillin).
The plural is 'αλλεργίες'. 'Έχω πολλές αλλεργίες'.
Ask: 'Έχει ξηρούς καρπούς; Έχω αλλεργία.'
In a restaurant, it's better to be honest. In a Greek home, it's a common 'white lie' to avoid offending the host.
The same one: 'σε'. 'Είμαι αλλεργικός στο γάλα'.
You say 'εποχιακή αλλεργία'.
Literally 'it gives me pimples', but idiomatically it means 'it really irritates me'.
Yes, 'Έχω αλλεργία σε αυτόν τον τύπο' means 'I can't stand that guy'.
It is soft, like the 'y' in 'yellow', because it is followed by 'i'.
Yes, almost always. 'Στο γάλα', 'στη σκόνη'.
Frases relacionadas
Είμαι αλλεργικός
similarI am allergic
Με πειράζει
similarIt bothers/upsets me
Έχω ευαισθησία
specialized formI have a sensitivity
Δεν το αντέχω
contrastI can't stand it
Αλλεργική αντίδραση
builds onAllergic reaction
