B1 noun 8分钟阅读

εντολή

order or command

At the A1 level, you should know that 'εντολή' means a simple order or command. You might hear it in a classroom when a teacher gives a command to students, though teachers usually use simpler verbs like 'κάντε' (do) or 'ακούστε' (listen). At this stage, just think of it as a formal 'instruction' from a boss or a parent. Example: 'Η μαμά έδωσε την εντολή: Φάε το φαγητό σου!' (Mom gave the order: Eat your food!). It is a feminine noun (η εντολή). You don't need to know the complex legal uses yet, just that it means someone in charge is telling you to do something.
At A2, you begin to see 'εντολή' in more specific contexts, like computer commands or simple work instructions. You should recognize the plural 'εντολές'. You might see this word in basic technology settings, like 'εντολή εκτύπωσης' (print command). You should also know the verb 'δίνω' (to give) often goes with it. 'Ο δάσκαλος δίνει εντολές.' You are starting to distinguish between a polite 'παρακαλώ' (please) and a formal 'εντολή'. It is also the word used for 'The Ten Commandments' (Οι Δέκα Εντολές), which is a common cultural reference in Greece.
At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'εντολή' in professional and social contexts correctly. You should understand that it is used for legal mandates and political authority. You should be able to use phrases like 'έχω εντολή να...' (I have an order to...) or 'πήρα εντολή από...' (I received an order from...). This is the level where you must distinguish 'εντολή' from 'παραγγελία' (ordering food) and 'οδηγία' (instruction). You should also understand the concept of a 'popular mandate' (λαϊκή εντολή) in politics, as you might read about it in newspapers or see it on the news.
At B2, you should be comfortable with the more formal uses of the word, such as 'κατ' εντολή' (by order of). You understand its role in the legal system, where a lawyer acts under the 'εντολή' of a client. You should also recognize its use in more complex technological contexts, such as 'γραμμή εντολών' (command line). You can discuss the nuances between 'εντολή' and 'διαταγή' (military command), knowing that 'εντολή' is broader and can be professional or legal, while 'διαταγή' is specifically hierarchical and often harsher.
At C1, you have a deep understanding of the word's etymology and its abstract applications. You can use 'εντολή' in philosophical discussions about moral imperatives or in high-level political analysis. You understand the nuances of 'διερευνητική εντολή' (exploratory mandate) in the context of forming a government. You are also aware of the archaic forms like 'εντέλλομαι' (the verb root) and how they influence modern legal language. You can use the word in formal writing to describe complex authorizations or delegated powers with precision.
At the C2 level, 'εντολή' is a tool for precise legal, political, and literary expression. You understand its historical weight from Ancient Greek texts to modern constitutional law. You can navigate the most formal 'Katharevousa' remnants in legal documents that use the word. You are capable of explaining the sociological implications of a 'mandate' in a democratic society versus an 'order' in an authoritarian one. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker, including the correct use of all cases and complex prepositional phrases like 'συμμόρφωση προς τις εντολές' (compliance with the orders).

εντολή 30秒了解

  • A feminine noun meaning 'order' or 'command' in Greek.
  • Used in legal, religious, political, and technological contexts.
  • Commonly paired with the verb 'δίνω' (to give) or 'εκτελώ' (to execute).
  • Essential for understanding formal directives and professional mandates in Greece.

The Greek word εντολή (en-to-LEE) is a versatile feminine noun that primarily translates to 'order,' 'command,' or 'mandate.' At its core, it describes a directive given by an authority figure, a legal body, or even a technical system that requires specific action. Unlike a mere suggestion, an εντολή carries the weight of obligation. In a modern context, you will encounter this word in three main spheres: the legal/political world, the religious/ethical domain, and the technological landscape.

Legal Mandate
In law, it refers to a power of attorney or a specific judicial order. For example, a lawyer acts under the 'εντολή' of their client.
Religious Context
The most famous use is in the 'Δέκα Εντολές' (The Ten Commandments), representing divine laws that are non-negotiable.
Computing
In IT, every line of code or prompt you enter into a terminal is an 'εντολή'—a command for the processor to execute.

Ο αξιωματικός έδωσε την εντολή για την επίθεση.

The officer gave the command for the attack.

Historically, the word derives from the ancient Greek verb 'εντέλλομαι,' which means to enjoin or to charge someone with a task. This heritage is still felt today; when you give someone an εντολή, you are charging them with a responsibility. It is not just about the words spoken, but the authority behind them. In everyday life, a boss might give an 'εντολή πληρωμής' (payment order) to the accounting department. This isn't just a request; it's a formal instruction that must be followed to ensure the business functions correctly. Understanding the nuance between a polite request (παράκληση) and a formal command (εντολή) is crucial for navigating Greek social and professional hierarchies.

Περιμένω την εντολή σας για να ξεκινήσω.

I am waiting for your command/order to begin.

Furthermore, in the context of democratic governance, we often hear about the 'λαϊκή εντολή' (popular mandate). This refers to the authority granted to a political party by the voters during an election. It implies that the people have 'ordered' the government to carry out a specific program. This usage elevates the word from a simple instruction to a foundational concept of political legitimacy. Whether you are coding, studying theology, or discussing politics in a kafeneio, 'εντολή' is the word that bridges the gap between will and action.

Using 'εντολή' correctly requires understanding its grammatical behavior and common pairings. As a feminine noun ending in -η, it follows the standard first declension (η εντολή, της εντολής, την εντολή, οι εντολές, των εντολών, τις εντολές). It is frequently paired with verbs of giving, receiving, or executing. The most common verb used with it is 'δίνω' (to give), followed closely by 'λαμβάνω' (to receive) and 'εκτελώ' (to execute/carry out).

Giving an Order
Use 'δίνω εντολή' or 'παρέχω εντολή'. Example: 'Ο διευθυντής έδωσε εντολή να κλείσουν τα γραφεία.'

Έλαβα εντολή να μην επιτρέψω την είσοδο σε κανέναν.

Executing a Command
Use 'εκτελώ εντολή'. This is common in military and computing. Example: 'Ο υπολογιστής εκτελεί την εντολή εκτύπωσης.'

In professional settings, specifically law, you will hear the phrase 'κατ' εντολή' (by order of). This is a formal way to indicate that you are acting on behalf of someone else. If you see an email signed 'Κατ' εντολή του Προέδρου,' it means 'By order of the President.' This construction uses the ancient preposition 'κατά' in its elided form, which is a hallmark of formal, 'katharevousa-influenced' Modern Greek. Another important professional use is 'εντολή πληρωμής' (payment order). If you work in a Greek bank or accounting firm, this is a daily term. It refers to the specific authorization to transfer funds.

Οι στρατιώτες ακολουθούν τις εντολές των ανωτέρων τους.

In casual conversation, 'εντολή' is less frequent than 'παραγγελία' (order for food/goods) or 'οδηγία' (instruction/direction). However, it is used when emphasizing authority. If a parent says to a child, 'Δεν είναι παράκληση, είναι εντολή!' (It's not a request, it's an order!), they are asserting absolute authority. In the digital age, 'γραμμή εντολών' is the Greek term for 'command line.' If you are following a tutorial for Linux or Windows in Greek, you will see 'Πληκτρολογήστε την ακόλουθη εντολή' (Type the following command). This shows the word's seamless transition from ancient law to modern technology.

You will hear 'εντολή' in various high-stakes environments in Greece. One of the most common places is the evening news (τα νέα των οκτώ). Political anchors often discuss the 'εντολή σχηματισμού κυβέρνησης' (the mandate to form a government). According to the Greek Constitution, the President of the Republic gives this 'εντολή' to the leader of the party that won the elections. This is a formal, televised event where the word is repeated dozens of times. Hearing it in this context reinforces its meaning as 'official authorization.'

Ο Πρόεδρος έδωσε τη διερευνητική εντολή στον αρχηγό του δεύτερου κόμματος.

In the Courtroom
Judges issue 'εντολές' for arrests (ένταλμα, which is a related word) or for the production of evidence. Lawyers speak of their 'εντολείς' (clients/those who give the order).

Another frequent location is the workplace, particularly in hierarchical organizations like the police, fire department, or large corporations. A superior might issue a 'γραπτή εντολή' (written order) to ensure there is a paper trail for a specific action. In the medical field, a doctor might give an 'εντολή για εξετάσεις' (order for tests). While in English we might say 'referral' or 'prescription,' in Greek, the doctor 'orders' the lab to perform the work. This highlights a cultural nuance where professional instructions are viewed as formal mandates.

In schools and religious settings, 'εντολή' appears when discussing ethics. Students learn about the 'Ten Commandments' (Οι Δέκα Εντολές) as part of the Religious Education curriculum. This establishes the word early on as something sacred and immutable. Finally, in the world of technology, Greek tech support or software interfaces use 'εντολή' for every 'command' button or input. If you change your phone's language to Greek, you will see it in the settings and terminal apps. This broad range of usage—from the divine to the digital—makes it a cornerstone of the Greek vocabulary.

For English speakers, the most common mistake is confusing 'εντολή' with 'παραγγελία.' Both can translate to 'order' in English, but they are not interchangeable in Greek. If you are at a restaurant and want to tell the waiter your order, you must use 'παραγγελία.' If you say 'Έχω μια εντολή,' the waiter might think you are there to deliver a legal mandate or a police order! Remember: 'παραγγελία' is for commercial goods/services, 'εντολή' is for authoritative directives.

Mistake: Restaurant Context
Incorrect: 'Πήρες την εντολή μου;' (Did you take my order? - sounds like a general asking a soldier). Correct: 'Πήρες την παραγγελία μου;'

Η εντολή δεν είναι το ίδιο με την οδηγία.

Another subtle error is confusing 'εντολή' with 'οδηγία' (instruction). While an 'εντολή' is a command that must be followed, an 'οδηγία' is more of a guideline or a set of steps. For example, the instructions on a box of IKEA furniture are 'οδηγίες συναρμολόγησης,' not 'εντολές.' Using 'εντολή' here would sound strangely aggressive, as if the furniture is commanding you to build it. Conversely, in a computer terminal, we use 'εντολή' because the machine *must* execute the code exactly; it is not a suggestion.

Finally, learners sometimes struggle with the prepositional phrase 'κατ' εντολή.' It is important to remember that this phrase requires the genitive case for the person who gave the order. For example, 'κατ' εντολή του διευθυντή' (by order of the director). Forgetting the 'του' or using the accusative is a common B1-level mistake. Also, ensure you don't confuse 'εντολή' with 'ένταλμα' (warrant). While they share a root, an 'ένταλμα' is specifically a legal document issued by a court (e.g., 'ένταλμα σύλληψης' - arrest warrant), whereas 'εντολή' is the broader concept of a command.

Greek has several words for 'order' or 'command,' each with a specific register and context. Understanding these will help you sound more natural and precise. The most frequent alternatives are 'διαταγή,' 'πρόσταγμα,' and 'παραγγελία.'

Διαταγή (Di-ata-YEE)
This is stronger than 'εντολή.' It is almost exclusively used in military or police contexts. It implies an absolute requirement to obey without question. 'Ο στρατηγός εξέδωσε διαταγή.'
Πρόσταγμα (PRO-stagma)
A more literary or formal word. It often refers to a single, sharp command, like the shout of a drill sergeant or a king's decree. It has a more 'classical' feel.
Οδηγία (O-thi-YEE-a)
Instruction or guideline. This is used when the goal is to help someone perform a task rather than to assert authority. 'Ακολουθήστε τις οδηγίες χρήσης.'

Η εντολή είναι πιο επίσημη από την παράκληση, αλλά λιγότερο αυστηρή από τη διαταγή.

In a commercial context, as mentioned, 'παραγγελία' is the standard. However, in legal Greek, you might also see 'επιταγή' (requirement/mandate), though in modern usage, 'επιταγή' almost always means 'cheque' (money). Another related term is 'εντέλλεσθε,' which is an archaic imperative form often seen at the bottom of official documents, meaning 'you are hereby ordered.' While you won't use 'εντέλλεσθε' in conversation, recognizing it in paperwork is a sign of advanced proficiency. Lastly, 'καθοδήγηση' (guidance) is a soft alternative when you want to describe someone leading or directing without the harshness of a 'command.'

How Formal Is It?

正式

""

中性

""

非正式

""

Child friendly

""

俚语

""

趣味小知识

The root '-τολή' is related to the word 'τέλος' (telos), which means 'end' or 'purpose'. Thus, an 'εντολή' is literally putting a 'purpose' into someone.

发音指南

UK /en.to.ˈli/
US /en.toʊ.ˈli/
The stress is on the final syllable (λή).
押韵词
πολή στολή βολή σχολή αυλή εναλλακτική φιλή σιωπή
常见错误
  • Stressing the first syllable (ΕΝ-το-λη) like the English 'entity'.
  • Pronouncing the 'e' like an 'i'.
  • Making the 'o' sound like a 'u'.
  • Not pronouncing the 'n' clearly before the 't'.
  • Confusing the 'η' at the end with an 'a' sound.

难度评级

阅读 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts and signs.

写作 3/5

Requires correct declension and pairing with 'να'.

口语 3/5

Must avoid confusion with 'παραγγελία'.

听力 2/5

Clear pronunciation, often heard in news.

接下来学什么

前置知识

δίνω νόμος κάνω ακούω χαρτί

接下来学习

διαταγή ένταλμα υπακοή αναθέτω συμμόρφωση

高级

εντολοδόχος νομοθεσία επιτακτικός δεοντολογία δικαιοδοσία

需要掌握的语法

Feminine nouns in -η

η εντολή, της εντολής, την εντολή

Subjunctive mood after 'δίνω εντολή να'

Έδωσε εντολή να φύγουμε.

Genitive of possession with authorities

Η εντολή του διευθυντή.

Prepositional use of 'κατά' in formal Greek

Κατ' εντολή (instead of κατά εντολή).

Plural formation for feminine nouns

Οι εντολές (nominative/accusative).

按水平分级的例句

1

Η μαμά έδωσε μια εντολή.

Mom gave an order.

Simple Subject-Verb-Object.

2

Αυτή είναι η εντολή μου.

This is my order.

Use of feminine article 'η'.

3

Ποια είναι η εντολή;

What is the order?

Interrogative sentence.

4

Δεν άκουσα την εντολή.

I didn't hear the order.

Negative past tense.

5

Η εντολή είναι απλή.

The order is simple.

Adjective agreement (feminine).

6

Πάρε την εντολή.

Take the order.

Imperative verb 'πάρε'.

7

Οι εντολές είναι εδώ.

The orders are here.

Plural form 'εντολές'.

8

Μία εντολή φτάνει.

One order is enough.

Numerical adjective 'μία'.

1

Ο υπολογιστής περιμένει μια εντολή.

The computer is waiting for a command.

Context of technology.

2

Δίνω εντολή να αρχίσει το μάθημα.

I give the order for the lesson to begin.

Verb 'δίνω' + noun.

3

Ο σκύλος ακούει τις εντολές μου.

The dog listens to my commands.

Plural accusative 'τις εντολές'.

4

Πρέπει να ακολουθήσεις την εντολή.

You must follow the order.

Modal verb 'πρέπει'.

5

Ο διευθυντής έστειλε μια νέα εντολή.

The director sent a new order.

Past tense 'έστειλε'.

6

Δεν έχουμε σαφή εντολή ακόμα.

We don't have a clear order yet.

Adjective 'σαφή' (clear).

7

Οι δέκα εντολές είναι στον τοίχο.

The ten commandments are on the wall.

Cultural reference.

8

Περιμένω την εντολή σου για να φύγω.

I'm waiting for your order to leave.

Possessive pronoun 'σου'.

1

Έλαβα την εντολή να ετοιμάσω την αναφορά.

I received the order to prepare the report.

Use of 'να' + subjunctive.

2

Ο δικηγόρος ενεργεί κατ' εντολή του πελάτη του.

The lawyer acts by order of his client.

Formal phrase 'κατ' εντολή'.

3

Η κυβέρνηση έχει τη λαϊκή εντολή.

The government has the popular mandate.

Political context.

4

Δεν μπορώ να το κάνω χωρίς εντολή.

I cannot do it without an order.

Preposition 'χωρίς'.

5

Η εντολή πληρωμής πρέπει να υπογραφεί.

The payment order must be signed.

Compound term 'εντολή πληρωμής'.

6

Εκτελώ τις εντολές του αφεντικού μου.

I execute my boss's orders.

Verb 'εκτελώ' (execute).

7

Ποιος έδωσε την εντολή για την εκκένωση;

Who gave the order for the evacuation?

Noun 'εκκένωση' (evacuation).

8

Η εντολή ήταν ξεκάθαρη και αυστηρή.

The order was clear and strict.

Adjective agreement.

1

Η γραμμή εντολών χρησιμοποιείται από προγραμματιστές.

The command line is used by programmers.

Technical term 'γραμμή εντολών'.

2

Ο αξιωματικός ανακάλεσε την εντολή την τελευταία στιγμή.

The officer revoked the order at the last moment.

Verb 'ανακαλώ' (revoke).

3

Υπάρχει μια μόνιμη εντολή για τη μεταφορά χρημάτων.

There is a standing order for the money transfer.

Term 'μόνιμη εντολή' (standing order).

4

Η εντολή του δικαστηρίου πρέπει να τηρηθεί.

The court order must be observed.

Legal context.

5

Αρνήθηκε να υπακούσει στην εντολή.

He refused to obey the order.

Verb 'υπακούω' + dative/prepositional 'στην'.

6

Η εντολή αυτή έρχεται σε αντίθεση με τους κανόνες.

This order contradicts the rules.

Phrase 'έρχεται σε αντίθεση'.

7

Έδωσαν εντολή να σταματήσουν οι εργασίες.

They gave the order for the works to stop.

Third person plural 'έδωσαν'.

8

Χρειάζομαι μια γραπτή εντολή για να προχωρήσω.

I need a written order to proceed.

Adjective 'γραπτή'.

1

Η διερευνητική εντολή δεν κατέληξε σε συμφωνία.

The exploratory mandate did not result in an agreement.

Specific political term.

2

Η ηθική εντολή του Καντ είναι παγκόσμια.

Kant's moral imperative is universal.

Philosophical context.

3

Ενεργώ βάσει της εντολής που μου ανατέθηκε.

I act based on the mandate assigned to me.

Passive participle 'ανατέθηκε'.

4

Η παραβίαση της εντολής επιφέρει κυρώσεις.

The violation of the order entails sanctions.

Formal verb 'επιφέρει'.

5

Η εντολή για την έρευνα εκδόθηκε από τον εισαγγελέα.

The order for the investigation was issued by the prosecutor.

Passive voice 'εκδόθηκε'.

6

Η εντολή είχε χαρακτήρα κατεπείγοντος.

The order was of an urgent nature.

Genitive of characteristic.

7

Περιόρισε τις ενέργειές του στα πλαίσια της εντολής.

He limited his actions within the framework of the mandate.

Phrase 'στα πλαίσια της'.

8

Η ανάκληση της εντολής προκάλεσε σύγχυση.

The revocation of the mandate caused confusion.

Noun 'ανάκληση'.

1

Η συνταγματική εντολή επιβάλλει τον σεβασμό των θεσμών.

The constitutional mandate mandates respect for institutions.

High-level legal language.

2

Η εντολή του λαού είναι ιερή και απαραβίαστη.

The mandate of the people is sacred and inviolable.

Rhetorical/Political style.

3

Υπερέβη την εντολή που του είχε δοθεί από το συμβούλιο.

He exceeded the mandate given to him by the council.

Verb 'υπερβαίνω' (exceed).

4

Η εντολή αυτή αποτελεί θεμέλιο λίθο της πολιτικής μας.

This mandate constitutes the cornerstone of our policy.

Metaphorical usage.

5

Η διαμεσολαβητική εντολή απαιτεί λεπτούς χειρισμούς.

The mediatory mandate requires delicate handling.

Specific diplomatic term.

6

Κατόπιν εντολής του προϊσταμένου, η διαδικασία ανεστάλη.

Following the superior's order, the process was suspended.

Formal preposition 'κατόπιν'.

7

Η εντολή ως νομική έννοια εμπεριέχει το στοιχείο της εμπιστοσύνης.

Mandate as a legal concept contains the element of trust.

Abstract academic definition.

8

Η πιστή εφαρμογή των εντολών είναι απαραίτητη για την ασφάλεια.

Faithful implementation of orders is necessary for safety.

Complex noun phrase.

常见搭配

δίνω εντολή
λαμβάνω εντολή
εκτελώ εντολή
γραπτή εντολή
προφορική εντολή
λαϊκή εντολή
εντολή πληρωμής
γραμμή εντολών
διερευνητική εντολή
μόνιμη εντολή

常用短语

Κατ' εντολή

Οι Δέκα Εντολές

Περιμένω εντολές

Εντολή άνωθεν

Πήρα την εντολή

Εντολή εκκένωσης

Εντολή έρευνας

Κατά παράκληση, όχι εντολή

Εντολή θανάτου

Εντολή αγοράς

容易混淆的词

εντολή vs παραγγελία

Confused because both mean 'order'. Use 'παραγγελία' for food/shopping.

εντολή vs οδηγία

Confused because both guide action. 'Οδηγία' is a tip; 'εντολή' is a must.

εντολή vs ένταλμα

Related root but 'ένταλμα' is the paper/warrant, 'εντολή' is the command.

习语与表达

"Η εντολή του Θεού"

Something that is absolutely necessary or inevitable.

Είναι εντολή του Θεού να βοηθάμε.

religious/common

"Δεν παίρνω εντολές από κανέναν"

I am independent and don't let others tell me what to do.

Είμαι ελεύθερος άνθρωπος, δεν παίρνω εντολές από κανέναν.

informal

"Εντολή και διαταγή"

Used to emphasize that something is a strict requirement.

Αυτό που σου λέω είναι εντολή και διαταγή!

emphatic

"Με μια του εντολή"

Describing someone with absolute power whose word is law.

Με μια του εντολή, όλα άλλαξαν.

literary

"Κάτω από τις εντολές"

Being under someone's control or command.

Δουλεύει κάτω από τις εντολές του πατέρα του.

neutral

"Εντολή για δράση"

A call to arms or a signal to start something important.

Η ομιλία του ήταν μια εντολή για δράση.

rhetorical

"Πιστή εκτέλεση εντολών"

Doing exactly as told without any deviation.

Η πιστή εκτέλεση εντολών είναι το κλειδί της επιτυχίας.

formal

"Εντολή περιορισμού"

A restraining order (legal).

Το δικαστήριο εξέδωσε εντολή περιορισμού.

legal

"Εντολή διακοπής"

Cease and desist order.

Έλαβαν εντολή διακοπής των εργασιών.

formal

"Εντολή για το μέλλον"

A legacy or a mandate for the next generation.

Η θυσία τους είναι εντολή για το μέλλον.

lofty

容易混淆

εντολή vs παραγγελία

Both translate to 'order'.

'Παραγγελία' is commercial (pizza, clothes), 'εντολή' is authoritative (boss, law).

Έκανα μια παραγγελία πίτσας.

εντολή vs διαταγή

Both mean 'command'.

'Διαταγή' is specifically military/hierarchical and very strict.

Η διαταγή του λοχαγού ήταν σαφής.

εντολή vs οδηγία

Both involve instructions.

'Οδηγία' is a guideline or instruction manual; it is helpful rather than mandatory.

Διάβασε τις οδηγίες χρήσης.

εντολή vs ένταλμα

Similar sounding and legal context.

'Ένταλμα' is a specific document like a warrant; 'εντολή' is the general concept of command.

Το ένταλμα σύλληψης είναι έτοιμο.

εντολή vs αποστολή

Both involve a task.

'Αποστολή' is a mission or a shipment, while 'εντολή' is the directive to carry it out.

Η αποστολή στο διάστημα πέτυχε.

句型

A1

Η [noun] έδωσε μια εντολή.

Η δασκάλα έδωσε μια εντολή.

A2

Δίνω εντολή να [verb].

Δίνω εντολή να σταματήσεις.

B1

Έλαβα την εντολή από τον/την [noun].

Έλαβα την εντολή από την αστυνομία.

B2

Κατ' εντολή του [genitive noun].

Κατ' εντολή του προέδρου.

B2

Εκτελώ την εντολή [noun].

Εκτελώ την εντολή εκτύπωσης.

C1

Η εντολή για [noun] εκδόθηκε.

Η εντολή για έρευνα εκδόθηκε.

C2

[Adjective] εντολή επιβάλλει [noun].

Η συνταγματική εντολή επιβάλλει διαφάνεια.

C2

Ενέργησε εντός των ορίων της εντολής.

Ο πρέσβης ενέργησε εντός των ορίων της εντολής.

词族

名词

动词

形容词

相关

如何使用

frequency

Very common in news, law, and business.

常见错误
  • Using εντολή for food. παραγγελία

    Εντολή is an authoritative command; παραγγελία is a commercial order.

  • Stressing the wrong syllable. εντολή (on the last)

    Greek is a stress-timed language. Putting stress on 'en' or 'to' is incorrect.

  • Using εντολή for instructions on a product. οδηγίες

    Product manuals use 'οδηγίες'. 'Εντολή' sounds like the product is yelling at you.

  • Incorrect case in 'κατ' εντολή'. κατ' εντολή του διευθυντή

    You must use the genitive case for the person who gave the order.

  • Confusing εντολή with ένταλμα. εντολή (command), ένταλμα (warrant)

    An 'ένταλμα' is the physical paper issued by a court.

小贴士

Case Agreement

Remember that 'εντολή' is feminine. Use 'την' for the object and 'της' for the possessive.

Order Types

Learn 'μόνιμη εντολή' for banking. It's the Greek term for a standing order or direct debit.

Political News

When watching Greek news, look for the word 'εντολή' during election cycles. It's a key political term.

Not for Pizza

Never use 'εντολή' for food orders. Stick to 'παραγγελία' to avoid sounding like a dictator.

Formal Closings

Use 'Κατ' εντολή' in formal emails if you are writing on behalf of your boss.

Stress Check

Always stress the 'LEE' at the end. 'en-to-LEE'. Stressing the middle will make it hard to understand.

IT Terms

If you are in IT, learn 'εκτέλεση εντολής' (execution of command). It's standard terminology.

The Root

Connect it to 'τέλος' (end). An 'εντολή' is a command to reach a specific 'end' or goal.

Audio Cues

Listen for the 'n-t' sound. It's a hard 'd' sound in many Greek dialects (en-do-lee).

Daily Goal

Try to identify one 'εντολή' you receive every day at work or school.

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of 'EN-TO-LEE' as 'IN-TO-LAW'. When you give an EN-TO-LEE, you are putting a command INTO the LAW of that person's actions.

视觉联想

Imagine a king pointing his finger forward, and as he speaks, the word EN-TO-LEE appears as a glowing scroll in the air.

Word Web

Command Order Mandate Instruction Law Ten Commandments Computer Code Authority

挑战

Try to use 'εντολή' in three different ways today: one for a computer, one for a boss, and one for a historical fact.

词源

From Ancient Greek ἐντολή (entolē), which comes from the verb ἐντέλλομαι (entellomai). The verb is composed of 'ἐν' (in) + 'τέλλω' (to accomplish, to rise, to charge).

原始含义: A charge, commission, or command laid upon someone.

Indo-European (Hellenic branch).

文化背景

Be careful when using 'εντολή' with peers; it can sound bossy or overly formal if used in a casual social setting.

English speakers often use 'order' for both food and commands. In Greek, you must separate 'παραγγελία' (food) from 'εντολή' (command).

The Ten Commandments (Οι Δέκα Εντολές) The movie 'The Ten Commandments' by Cecil B. DeMille Greek Constitutional Law regarding government formation.

在生活中练习

真实语境

Office/Work

  • Πήρα εντολή από το αφεντικό.
  • Περιμένω την εντολή πληρωμής.
  • Έδωσα εντολή για την αναφορά.
  • Ποιος έδωσε αυτή την εντολή;

Politics

  • Η λαϊκή εντολή.
  • Διερευνητική εντολή.
  • Εντολή σχηματισμού κυβέρνησης.
  • Παραβίαση της εντολής.

Technology

  • Γραμμή εντολών.
  • Εκτέλεση εντολής.
  • Άκυρη εντολή.
  • Πληκτρολογήστε την εντολή.

Law/Police

  • Εντολή έρευνας.
  • Εντολή σύλληψης.
  • Κατ' εντολή του δικαστηρίου.
  • Εντολή περιορισμού.

Religion

  • Οι Δέκα Εντολές.
  • Θεϊκή εντολή.
  • Τήρηση των εντολών.
  • Η νέα εντολή της αγάπης.

对话开场白

"Ποια ήταν η πιο δύσκολη εντολή που έλαβες ποτέ στη δουλειά σου;"

"Πιστεύεις ότι οι άνθρωποι ακολουθούν πάντα τις εντολές των νόμων;"

"Έχεις χρησιμοποιήσει ποτέ τη γραμμή εντολών στον υπολογιστή σου;"

"Ποια από τις Δέκα Εντολές θεωρείς την πιο σημαντική σήμερα;"

"Τι θα έκανες αν σου έδιναν μια εντολή που θεωρείς λάθος;"

日记主题

Περιγράψτε μια φορά που έπρεπε να δώσετε μια σημαντική εντολή σε κάποιον.

Πώς νιώθετε όταν κάποιος σας δίνει εντολές με απότομο τρόπο;

Συζητήστε τη σημασία της 'λαϊκής εντολής' σε μια δημοκρατική κοινωνία.

Γράψτε για μια τεχνολογική εντολή που άλλαξε τον τρόπο που δουλεύετε.

Αναλύστε τη διαφορά μεταξύ μιας εντολής και μιας παράκλησης στην καθημερινή ζωή.

常见问题

10 个问题

No, you should use 'παραγγελία'. Using 'εντολή' would sound like you are commanding the coffee to exist or giving a legal mandate to the barista.

It is feminine: η εντολή. This is important for adjective agreement, like 'η σωστή εντολή'.

They are 'Οι Δέκα Εντολές'. This is the most common religious use of the word.

It is 'γραμμή εντολών'. You will see this in computer settings.

It means 'by order of'. It indicates the person signing the letter is doing so on behalf of a higher authority.

Not exactly. 'Διαταγή' is much more strict and usually limited to the military or police. 'Εντολή' is more common in professional and legal life.

In Greek, it's 'λαϊκή εντολή'. It refers to the authority given to a government by the voters.

It means the 'order' to pay, as in 'εντολή πληρωμής' (payment order), but not the money itself.

The plural is 'οι εντολές' and the genitive plural is 'των εντολών'.

Yes, the formal verb is 'εντέλλομαι', but in modern speech, people usually say 'δίνω εντολή'.

自我测试 180 个问题

writing

Write 'The order' in Greek.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'my order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'I give an order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'The computer commands'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'I received the order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'The Ten Commandments'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'By order of the boss'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Payment order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Popular mandate'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Exploratory mandate'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'One order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'The teacher's order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'He executed the order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Command line'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Constitutional mandate'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'The orders'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'He listens to orders'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Order for tests'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Standing order'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
writing

Write 'Search warrant (order)'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'The order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'My order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Give an order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'The dog's orders'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'I receive the order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'The Ten Commandments'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Command line'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'By order of the King'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Popular mandate'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Exploratory mandate'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'One order please'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Wait for the order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'I have an order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Standing order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Constitutional mandate'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'No order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Listen to the order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Payment order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Execute the order'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
speaking

Say 'Search warrant'.

Read this aloud:

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Η εντολή'. What did you hear?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Δίνω εντολή'. What action is happening?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Οι Δέκα Εντολές'. What is the subject?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Γραμμή εντολών'. What is this about?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Λαϊκή εντολή'. What is the context?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Μία εντολή'. How many?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Οι εντολές'. Is it singular?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Έλαβα εντολή'. Did they give or receive?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Κατ' εντολή'. Is it formal?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Ανάκληση εντολής'. What happened to the order?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Η εντολή μου'. Who does it belong to?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Άκου την εντολή'. What should you do?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Εντολή πληρωμής'. Is it about food?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Εκτελώ εντολή'. What is the verb?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
listening

Listen to 'Διερευνητική εντολή'. Is it certain?

正确! 不太对。 正确答案:
正确! 不太对。 正确答案:

/ 180 correct

Perfect score!

有帮助吗?
还没有评论。成为第一个分享想法的人!