Meaning
Wishing someone a good vacation.
Cultural Background
In Greece, summer is the most important season. The phrase is often accompanied by a wish for 'καλή ξεκούραση' (good rest). The usage is identical to mainland Greece. It is a standard polite phrase used in all social circles. Used by Greeks worldwide to maintain cultural ties and express warmth during holiday seasons.
Plurality
Always use the plural form 'διακοπές'. It is never singular.
Warmth
Greeks love to add 'να περάσεις καλά' (have a good time) after this phrase.
Meaning
Wishing someone a good vacation.
Plurality
Always use the plural form 'διακοπές'. It is never singular.
Warmth
Greeks love to add 'να περάσεις καλά' (have a good time) after this phrase.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct form.
____ διακοπές!
The noun 'διακοπές' is feminine plural.
Fill in the blank.
Φεύγω για την Κρήτη. - _________!
Since the person is going on vacation, this is the most appropriate wish.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Match 'Καλές διακοπές' with the situation.
It is used for leisure time.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Θα λείψω μια εβδομάδα. B: _________!
This is the standard response to someone leaving for a break.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises____ διακοπές!
The noun 'διακοπές' is feminine plural.
Φεύγω για την Κρήτη. - _________!
Since the person is going on vacation, this is the most appropriate wish.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It is used for leisure time.
A: Θα λείψω μια εβδομάδα. B: _________!
This is the standard response to someone leaving for a break.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
8 questionsIt is neutral. It works in almost any situation.
Yes, it works for any break.
It is just the way the noun is structured in Greek.
Yes, it is perfectly polite.
It still works as a wish for a break.
No, 'διακοπή' means interruption, not vacation.
Say 'Ευχαριστώ, καλές διακοπές και σε εσάς!'
Yes, it is very common in professional emails.
Related Phrases
Καλό ταξίδι
similarHave a safe trip
Καλή ξεκούραση
builds onHave a good rest
Καλό καλοκαίρι
similarHave a good summer
