Significado
Wishing someone relaxation.
Contexto cultural
The 'mesimeri' (afternoon break) is sacred. Wishing someone 'Καλή ξεκούραση' before 3 PM often refers to this specific nap time. Similar to Greece, but the heat in Cyprus makes the 'rest' period even more vital. It's often said with a deep sense of relief. In places like Australia or the US, Greek-Americans still use this phrase to maintain a connection to the slower pace of life in the homeland. It is considered slightly rude to leave a small shop or office without wishing the staff 'Καλή ξεκούραση' if it's near closing time.
The 'Then' Add-on
Add 'τότε' (tote - then) if someone just told you they are tired: 'Καλή ξεκούραση τότε!' It sounds very natural.
Don't be shy
Greeks love it when foreigners acknowledge their hard work. Saying this to a waiter or shopkeeper will get you a big smile.
Significado
Wishing someone relaxation.
The 'Then' Add-on
Add 'τότε' (tote - then) if someone just told you they are tired: 'Καλή ξεκούραση τότε!' It sounds very natural.
Don't be shy
Greeks love it when foreigners acknowledge their hard work. Saying this to a waiter or shopkeeper will get you a big smile.
Gender Agreement
Always use 'Καλή' (feminine). Using 'Καλό' is a very common beginner mistake.
Teste-se
Your colleague is leaving the office at 5 PM. What do you say?
Ο συνάδελφός σου φεύγει από το γραφείο. Τι λες;
Καλή ξεκούραση is the standard wish for someone finishing work.
Complete the sentence with the correct adjective form.
______ ξεκούραση, Μαρία!
Ξεκούραση is a feminine singular noun, so it requires 'Καλή'.
Match the wish to the situation.
1. Someone going to bed, 2. Someone finishing work, 3. Someone eating lunch.
Καληνύχτα is for sleep, Καλή ξεκούραση is for rest after work, and Καλή όρεξη is for eating.
Fill in the missing response.
Α: Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος από τη δουλειά. Β: ________________.
When someone expresses tiredness, 'Καλή ξεκούραση' is the most empathetic response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
When to say Καλή ξεκούραση
Work
- • Leaving office
- • End of shift
- • Friday
Physical
- • After gym
- • After cleaning
- • After gardening
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosΟ συνάδελφός σου φεύγει από το γραφείο. Τι λες;
Καλή ξεκούραση is the standard wish for someone finishing work.
______ ξεκούραση, Μαρία!
Ξεκούραση is a feminine singular noun, so it requires 'Καλή'.
1. Someone going to bed, 2. Someone finishing work, 3. Someone eating lunch.
Καληνύχτα is for sleep, Καλή ξεκούραση is for rest after work, and Καλή όρεξη is for eating.
Α: Είμαι πολύ κουρασμένος από τη δουλειά. Β: ________________.
When someone expresses tiredness, 'Καλή ξεκούραση' is the most empathetic response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
5 perguntasYes, it is perfectly appropriate and polite for a professional setting.
No, you can say it any time someone finishes a task, even in the morning if they worked a night shift.
Usually 'Ευχαριστώ, επίσης!' (Thank you, likewise!) or 'Να 'σαι καλά' (Be well).
It is two separate words: the adjective 'Καλή' and the noun 'ξεκούραση'.
You can, but 'Καλές διακοπές' (Good holidays) is more common for long trips.
Frases relacionadas
Καλό ύπνο
similarGood sleep
Καλή συνέχεια
contrastGood continuation
Να ξεκουραστείς
builds onMay you rest
Καλό απόγευμα
similarGood afternoon
