B2 Expression ニュートラル

το παίρνω πάνω μου

take it upon myself

意味

To take responsibility for a task or situation.

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文化的背景

In Greek business culture, taking initiative is highly valued but can be risky. Saying 'το παίρνω πάνω μου' is a sign of a 'strong player' (δυνατός παίκτης). The phrase is used identically in Cyprus, often with the local accent (e.g., 'το παίρνω πάνω μου' with a softer 'p'). It reflects the same Mediterranean values of hospitality and leadership. Second-generation Greeks in the US or Australia often use the literal English translation 'I'll take it on me,' which sounds slightly off to native ears in Greece, who expect 'πάνω μου'. The phrase is often used as a hashtag #topairnopanomou when someone is about to do something bold or controversial, or to show they are standing by their words.

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The Power Move

Use this phrase in a job interview when asked about a time you showed leadership. It sounds much more natural and confident than 'I was the leader.'

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Don't Overuse

If you take *everything* 'πάνω σου', you will burn out. In Greek, this can also make you look like a 'ξερόλας' (know-it-all).

意味

To take responsibility for a task or situation.

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The Power Move

Use this phrase in a job interview when asked about a time you showed leadership. It sounds much more natural and confident than 'I was the leader.'

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Don't Overuse

If you take *everything* 'πάνω σου', you will burn out. In Greek, this can also make you look like a 'ξερόλας' (know-it-all).

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The Blame Game

In Greece, taking the blame ('το παίρνω πάνω μου το σφάλμα') is considered a very noble act of 'philotimo'.

自分をテスト

Fill in the correct form of the verb 'παίρνω' and the correct pronoun.

Μην ανησυχείτε για το λάθος, το ______ ______ μου.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: παίρνω πάνω

The present tense 'παίρνω' is used here to show an immediate assumption of responsibility.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I'll handle it' to a friend?

A friend is stressed about organizing a dinner.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου, μην αγχώνεσαι.

This is the most idiomatic and friendly way to offer help in a casual setting.

Match the phrase to the situation.

Situation: A captain speaking to his team before a difficult match.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου.

The captain is taking the lead/responsibility for the team's performance.

Complete the dialogue.

Α: Ποιος θα μιλήσει στον πελάτη για την καθυστέρηση; Β: ________, ξέρω τι να του πω.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου

Speaker B is volunteering to handle the difficult conversation.

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4 問題
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'παίρνω' and the correct pronoun. Fill Blank B1

Μην ανησυχείτε για το λάθος, το ______ ______ μου.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: παίρνω πάνω

The present tense 'παίρνω' is used here to show an immediate assumption of responsibility.

Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I'll handle it' to a friend? Choose B2

A friend is stressed about organizing a dinner.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου, μην αγχώνεσαι.

This is the most idiomatic and friendly way to offer help in a casual setting.

Match the phrase to the situation. situation_matching B2

Situation: A captain speaking to his team before a difficult match.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου.

The captain is taking the lead/responsibility for the team's performance.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

Α: Ποιος θα μιλήσει στον πελάτη για την καθυστέρηση; Β: ________, ξέρω τι να του πω.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Το παίρνω πάνω μου

Speaker B is volunteering to handle the difficult conversation.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Technically yes, but it sounds weird. Use 'το σηκώνω' (I lift it) or 'το βάζω πάνω μου' (I put it on me) instead.

No, it's actually very proactive. It shows you are willing to help. Just ensure your tone is helpful, not arrogant.

The past tense is 'Το πήρα πάνω μου.' (I took it upon myself.)

Yes, but it's a command or a statement that you are dumping the responsibility on them. It can sound aggressive: 'I'm putting this on you.'

Yes, it is very common in Cypriot Greek as well.

You say 'Το παίρνω πάνω μου το φταίξιμο' or just 'Το παίρνω πάνω μου.'

'Αναλαμβάνω' is formal/standard. 'Το παίρνω πάνω μου' is idiomatic/casual.

Yes, it's very common in texting. 'Mhn anhsyxeis, to pairno pano mou!'

Usually, yes. It implies you are the primary person responsible, even if others help.

Yes, 'Εγώ καθαρίζω' (I'll clean up/settle it) is a more street-style version.

関連フレーズ

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αναλαμβάνω την ευθύνη

synonym

To assume responsibility

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το παίρνω προσωπικά

similar

To take something personally

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το παίρνω απόφαση

builds on

To make a decision / to come to terms with

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το παίρνω πίσω

contrast

To take something back (words/promise)

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βγαίνω μπροστά

similar

To step forward / lead

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