Significado
To delay something to a later date.
Contexto cultural
The 'Military Deferment' (Αναβολή Στρατού) is a major life event. Men often plan their entire 20s around when their deferment ends. Similar to Greece, military deferment is a common topic, but the bureaucratic terms can sometimes vary slightly in local dialect. Rescheduling is common and usually accepted if done with a polite 'αναβολή' request, reflecting a flexible approach to time. The Greek court system is famous for its many 'αναβολές', which can delay justice for years, a frequent topic of social critique.
Use 'παίρνω' for the Army
When talking about military service, always use 'παίρνω αναβολή' (I get a deferment) rather than 'κάνω'.
Don't say 'κάνω αργά'
English speakers often try to translate 'make it late'. This is incorrect. Use 'κάνω αναβολή'.
Significado
To delay something to a later date.
Use 'παίρνω' for the Army
When talking about military service, always use 'παίρνω αναβολή' (I get a deferment) rather than 'κάνω'.
Don't say 'κάνω αργά'
English speakers often try to translate 'make it late'. This is incorrect. Use 'κάνω αναβολή'.
The 'Για' Rule
Always follow 'αναβολή' with 'για' + [time] to sound like a native speaker.
Politeness
Adding 'θα ήθελα να...' (I would like to...) before 'κάνω μια αναβολή' makes the request much more polite.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'κάνω'.
Χθες, ο διευθυντής ______ μια αναβολή της συνάντησης.
The sentence starts with 'Χθες' (Yesterday), so we need the past tense (Aorist).
Which phrase is correct for rescheduling a doctor's appointment?
Θέλω να...
'Αναβολή' is the correct term for rescheduling.
Match the phrase to the context.
Context: Military Service Deferment
In the military, you 'take/get' (παίρνω) a deferment.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Δεν προλαβαίνω να έρθω σήμερα. Β: Κανένα πρόβλημα, ας ______ μια αναβολή για αύριο.
The speaker is suggesting 'let's do' (we), so 'κάνουμε' is correct.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Αναβολή vs. Καθυστέρηση
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΧθες, ο διευθυντής ______ μια αναβολή της συνάντησης.
The sentence starts with 'Χθες' (Yesterday), so we need the past tense (Aorist).
Θέλω να...
'Αναβολή' is the correct term for rescheduling.
Context: Military Service Deferment
In the military, you 'take/get' (παίρνω) a deferment.
Α: Δεν προλαβαίνω να έρθω σήμερα. Β: Κανένα πρόβλημα, ας ______ μια αναβολή για αύριο.
The speaker is suggesting 'let's do' (we), so 'κάνουμε' is correct.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, but it sounds a bit formal. For a romantic date, 'ας το αφήσουμε για άλλη μέρα' is more natural.
'Αναβολή' is a delay, 'μετάθεση' is a move. Often they are interchangeable for meetings.
Yes, it is always 'η αναβολή'.
The specific term is 'αναβολή στράτευσης' or simply 'αναβολή' in context.
No, for a flight delay, use 'καθυστέρηση πτήσης'.
Use 'μια αναβολή' for 'a postponement' and 'την αναβολή' if you've already mentioned it.
There isn't a single word, but 'επίσπευση' (speeding up/moving earlier) is the functional opposite.
Absolutely. It is the standard professional way to ask to reschedule.
Not necessarily. It usually implies a logistical reason, though 'αναβλητικότητα' means laziness/procrastination.
It's irregular: αναβάλλω (present), ανέβαλα (past), θα αναβάλω (future).
Frases relacionadas
αναβάλλω
similarTo postpone (verb form)
παράταση
similarExtension
μετάθεση
similarShifting/Transfer
ακύρωση
contrastCancellation
καθυστέρηση
similarDelay/Lateness
