Signification
Taking a subject very seriously.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is often used to defend 'Philotimo.' If someone's integrity is questioned, this phrase is a shield. Similar usage, but often delivered with a stronger dialectal emphasis on the 'δεν' to show absolute refusal. Second-generation Greeks often use this phrase to reconnect with the 'strictness' of their parents' values. In Greek startups, this phrase is used to signal that despite a 'cool' office vibe, the product quality is non-negotiable.
Use the 'Serious Face'
In Greece, non-verbal cues are 50% of the message. Lower your eyebrows slightly when saying this to ensure the message hits home.
Don't Overuse
If you say this about everything, people will think you are 'stiff' (σφιγμένος). Save it for things that truly matter.
Signification
Taking a subject very seriously.
Use the 'Serious Face'
In Greece, non-verbal cues are 50% of the message. Lower your eyebrows slightly when saying this to ensure the message hits home.
Don't Overuse
If you say this about everything, people will think you are 'stiff' (σφιγμένος). Save it for things that truly matter.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing words to complete the expression.
Όταν πρόκειται για την ασφάλεια των παιδιών, δεν ______ με ______.
The standard expression is 'δεν παίζω με αυτά.'
Which response is most appropriate for a doctor telling you to follow a strict diet?
Γιατρός: 'Πρέπει να προσέχετε πολύ τη διατροφή σας.'
Option (α) shows you take the medical advice seriously.
Match the situation to the reason why someone would say 'Δεν παίζω με αυτά.'
1. Financial Investment, 2. Family Honor, 3. Fire Safety
The phrase applies to various types of 'seriousness'—physical, financial, and moral.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
When to use 'Δεν παίζω με αυτά'
Health & Safety
- • Medicine
- • Driving
- • Fire
Values & Honor
- • Family
- • Promises
- • Truth
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesΌταν πρόκειται για την ασφάλεια των παιδιών, δεν ______ με ______.
The standard expression is 'δεν παίζω με αυτά.'
Γιατρός: 'Πρέπει να προσέχετε πολύ τη διατροφή σας.'
Option (α) shows you take the medical advice seriously.
1. Financial Investment, 2. Family Honor, 3. Fire Safety
The phrase applies to various types of 'seriousness'—physical, financial, and moral.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, it's very common for parents to use this to signal that a rule is non-negotiable, like 'Don't touch the stove, δεν παίζω με αυτά.'
Not necessarily. It is firm. It can be rude if shouted, but in a normal tone, it just shows you have boundaries.
'Αυτά' (plural) is more idiomatic and refers to the 'category' of things. 'Αυτό' (singular) refers to one specific object.
Expressions liées
δεν αστειεύομαι
synonymI am not joking.
το εννοώ
similarI mean it.
δεν σηκώνω κουβέντα
builds onI won't hear another word about it.
κάνω πλάκα
contrastI am joking / pulling your leg.
