κατάληψη
the action of occupying a place
κατάληψη 30秒了解
- Κατάληψη means 'occupation' or 'seizure' and is a feminine noun used for taking control of buildings, land, or positions.
- It is a key term in Greek culture for student protests (sit-ins) and is used in military and sports contexts.
- Grammatically, it follows the -η declension and is often followed by a genitive to show what is being occupied.
- Do not confuse it with 'επάγγελμα' (job), as 'occupation' in English can mean profession, but κατάληψη does not.
The Greek word κατάληψη (ka-tá-li-psi) is a powerful and multifaceted noun that primarily describes the act of seizing, occupying, or taking control of a space, a position, or even a state of being. Derived from the ancient Greek verb καταλαμβάνω (to seize or overtake), it carries a sense of decisiveness and, often, physical presence. In modern Greek society, the word is most frequently encountered in three distinct contexts: political or social protest, military operations, and medical or psychological conditions. When you hear a Greek person mention a 'κατάληψη,' they are often referring to a specific form of social activism where students or workers occupy a building—usually a school, university, or public office—to demand changes or protest government policies. This cultural phenomenon is deeply rooted in modern Greek history, particularly following the 1973 Polytechnic uprising against the military junta.
- Political & Social Context
- In this context, it refers to the 'sit-in' or 'occupation' of public buildings. It is a tool of collective bargaining and social pressure. For example, during the autumn months in Greece, it is common to hear about 'καταλήψεις σχολείων' (school occupations) where students lock the gates to negotiate for better facilities or curriculum changes.
- Military & Strategic Context
- Here, it signifies the conquest or seizure of a territory, a city, or a strategic point during a conflict. It implies a forceful takeover and the establishment of control over an area previously held by an opponent.
- Medical & Abstract Context
- Less commonly but still importantly, it can describe a sudden onset of a condition, such as a seizure or the 'occupation' of the mind by an overwhelming emotion like fear or panic. It suggests that the person has been 'taken over' by the internal force.
Οι μαθητές αποφάσισαν την κατάληψη του γυμνασίου ως ένδειξη διαμαρτυρίας για τις ελλείψεις σε καθηγητές.
— Common news headline regarding education
Beyond these specific uses, 'κατάληψη' also appears in more mundane settings, such as the 'κατάληψη μιας θέσης' (occupying a seat or a job position). In a competitive job market, the successful 'occupation' of a high-ranking post is described using this noun to emphasize the achievement of securing that specific spot. It is also used in sports to describe a team taking a certain rank in a league table. The versatility of the word lies in its core meaning of 'taking hold'—whether that is a physical room, a piece of land, a social role, or a state of health. Understanding the weight of this word requires recognizing that it isn't just a passive state of being somewhere, but the active, often assertive, process of getting there and staying there.
Η κατάληψη της πρώτης θέσης στο πρωτάθλημα ήταν το όνειρο κάθε αθλητή.
- Grammatical Note
- It is a feminine noun (η κατάληψη). The plural form is 'καταλήψεις'. It often takes a genitive complement to show what is being occupied (e.g., κατάληψη του κτιρίου - occupation of the building).
Η στρατιωτική κατάληψη της πόλης διήρκεσε τρεις μήνες.
Using 'κατάληψη' correctly involves understanding its syntactic behavior and the prepositions that often accompany it. As a noun of action, it frequently functions as the subject or object of a sentence to describe a significant event. In formal reports, you might see it used with verbs like 'πραγματοποιώ' (to carry out) or 'λήγω' (to end/terminate). For example, 'Οι φοιτητές πραγματοποίησαν κατάληψη' (The students carried out an occupation). This structure emphasizes the intentionality of the act.
- The 'Of' Relationship
- In Greek, the object of the occupation is placed in the genitive case. 'Η κατάληψη της πρυτανείας' (The occupation of the rectorate). This is the most common way to specify what is being seized. Whether it is a building, a territory, or a metaphorical space, the genitive is your primary tool.
- Duration and Time
- To describe how long an occupation lasts, use prepositions like 'κατά τη διάρκεια' (during) or 'επί' (for/during). 'Η πόλη βρισκόταν υπό κατάληψη επί σειρά ετών' (The city was under occupation for a number of years). Notice the use of 'υπό' (under), which is the standard preposition for being in a state of being occupied.
Μετά από πολυήμερη κατάληψη, οι εργαζόμενοι αποφάσισαν να επιστρέψουν στις θέσεις τους.
In more abstract or medical contexts, the word can describe the 'seizure' of a function. In older medical texts or formal descriptions, you might find 'κατάληψη των πνευμόνων' (congestion/seizure of the lungs), though modern medicine uses more specific terms. Emotionally, one might say 'κατάληψη από πανικό' (being seized by panic), though 'κυρίευση' is a more common synonym for emotional takeover. However, using 'κατάληψη' adds a layer of 'total control' or 'blockage' that other words might lack.
Η παράνομη κατάληψη δημόσιου χώρου τιμωρείται από τον νόμο.
- Combining with Adjectives
- Common adjectives used with 'κατάληψη' include: 'ειρηνική' (peaceful), 'βίαιη' (violent), 'παράνομη' (illegal), 'συμβολική' (symbolic), and 'διαρκής' (lasting/continuous). These help define the nature and intent of the occupation.
Δεν επιτρέπεται η κατάληψη του πεζοδρομίου από τραπεζοκαθίσματα χωρίς άδεια.
If you live in Greece, especially in a city like Athens or Thessaloniki, you will encounter 'κατάληψη' in several real-world scenarios. The most frequent is the evening news during the months of October and November. This period is colloquially known as the 'season of occupations' because it leads up to the November 17th anniversary of the Polytechnic uprising. News anchors will report on 'κύμα καταλήψεων' (a wave of occupations) across the country's high schools and universities. In this setting, the word is charged with political meaning, representing a clash between student demands and state authority.
- In the Media
- Journalists use the term to describe social unrest. You might see headlines like 'Λήξη της κατάληψης στο Υπουργείο Υγείας' (End of the occupation at the Ministry of Health). It is the standard technical and journalistic term for these events.
- In Legal and Municipal Contexts
- You will see signs or hear officials talking about the 'κατάληψη κοινόχρηστων χώρων' (occupation of common/public spaces). This usually refers to cafes or shops putting tables on the sidewalk without a permit. If you are dealing with local bureaucracy or property law, this is the term you will encounter for encroachments.
Η αστυνομία επέμβηκε για να σταματήσει την παράνομη κατάληψη του κτιρίου.
In military history documentaries or textbooks, 'κατάληψη' is the go-to word for describing the fall of a city. For instance, 'Η κατάληψη της Κωνσταντινούπολης το 1453' (The Fall/Occupation of Constantinople in 1453) is a foundational phrase in Greek history. Here, the word carries a historical weight, signifying a turning point in the fate of a nation. It is also used in the context of the Axis occupation of Greece during WWII, though the word 'κατοχή' (possession/occupation) is the more specific term for that historical period; 'κατάληψη' refers more to the initial act of taking the land.
Η κατάληψη του οχυρού έγινε αιφνιδιαστικά τα ξημερώματα.
Finally, in sports broadcasting, you'll hear it regarding league standings. 'Η κατάληψη της τέταρτης θέσης οδηγεί στο Champions League' (Occupying/Securing fourth place leads to the Champions League). In this positive, competitive sense, it means achieving and holding a specific rank. It highlights the effort required to 'seize' that spot from other competitors.
Η εθνική ομάδα στοχεύει στην κατάληψη μιας θέσης στο βάθρο.
One of the most frequent errors for English speakers is confusing 'κατάληψη' with 'κατοχή'. While both can be translated as 'occupation,' they are used differently. 'Κατάληψη' is the *act* of seizing or the specific event of a sit-in. 'Κατοχή' refers to the long-term *state* of possessing or occupying something, or specifically to the historical period of occupation (like the 1941-1944 period in Greece). If you say 'Η κατάληψη της Ελλάδας' when you mean the three-year period, it sounds like you are only talking about the day the troops arrived, not the years they stayed.
- Confusion with 'Επάγγελμα'
- In English, 'occupation' often means a job or profession. In Greek, 'κατάληψη' NEVER means a job. If someone asks you what your occupation is, and you answer 'κατάληψη,' they will think you are currently participating in a protest or a military raid! Use 'επάγγελμα' (profession) or 'δουλειά' (work) instead.
- Misusing the Case
- Learners often try to use 'σε' (in/to) after 'κατάληψη.' For example, 'κατάληψη σε σχολείο.' While this is sometimes heard in very informal speech, the correct grammatical form is the genitive: 'κατάληψη σχολείου.' Using the genitive makes your Greek sound much more natural and educated.
Λάθος: Ποια είναι η κατάληψή σου; (Wrong: What is your occupation/job?)
Σωστό: Ποιο είναι το επάγγελμά σου; (Right: What is your profession?)
Another mistake involves the verb form. The verb associated with 'κατάληψη' is 'καταλαμβάνω.' Learners sometimes try to invent a verb like 'καταλήπω,' which does not exist in this sense. Remember: 'κάνω κατάληψη' (I do an occupation) or 'καταλαμβάνω' (I occupy). Also, be careful with the word 'κατάλυση' (katálysi), which sounds similar but means 'dissolution' or 'abolition' (e.g., the dissolution of the state). Confusing these two can lead to very different political statements!
Προσοχή: Η κατάληψη (seizure) διαφέρει από την κατάλυση (abolition).
Finally, pay attention to the stress. It is on the second syllable: ka-TÁ-li-psi. Putting the stress elsewhere might make the word unrecognizable or sound like a different derivative. In the plural 'καταλήψεις,' the stress remains on the same syllable (ka-ta-LÍ-pseis in modern pronunciation, though the internal vowel quality changes slightly). Proper stress is key to being understood in Greek, especially with four-syllable nouns like this one.
Greek has several words that touch upon the idea of taking or holding space, and choosing the right one depends on the intensity and the legality of the action. While 'κατάληψη' is the most common for protests and military seizures, other words offer different nuances.
- Κατοχή (Katochí) vs. Κατάληψη
- As mentioned, 'κατοχή' is the state of holding. If you have the keys to a house and live there legally, you have the 'κατοχή' of the house. 'Κατάληψη' would imply you broke in and took it by force or for protest. In history, 'κατάληψη' is the invasion, 'κατοχή' is the subsequent period of rule.
- Κυρίευση (Kyríefsi)
- This word is more poetic or dramatic. It means 'conquering' or 'overmastering.' It is often used for emotions (κυρίευση από φόβο - being overcome by fear) or in historical contexts for a grand conquest. It feels more 'total' and 'internal' than the physical 'κατάληψη'.
- Οικειοποίηση (Oikeiopoíisi)
- This means 'appropriation'—taking something and making it your own, often without right. It is used for ideas, funds, or property. While 'κατάληψη' is about being in a place, 'οικειοποίηση' is about claiming ownership.
Η κατάληψη είναι η πράξη, η κατοχή είναι η διάρκεια.
In a medical sense, 'κατάληψη' is quite specific. A synonym might be 'προσβολή' (prosvolí), which means 'attack' or 'affection' by a disease (προσβολή από ιό - being struck by a virus). However, 'κατάληψη' implies that the disease has 'occupied' an organ or system. In psychology, 'εμμονή' (emmoní - obsession) is different; 'κατάληψη' is the state of being taken over, while 'εμμονή' is the persistent thought itself.
Συγκριτικός πίνακας:
1. Κατάληψη: Physical/Event-based
2. Κατοχή: Long-term/Legal
3. Κυρίευση: Emotional/Absolute
- Εισβολή (Eisvolí)
- This means 'invasion.' An invasion (εισβολή) leads to an occupation (κατάληψη). The 'εισβολή' is the movement into the territory, while 'κατάληψη' is the successful seizing of it.
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趣味小知识
In the philosophy of Stoicism, 'κατάληψη' was the criterion of truth—a mental state so clear that it could not be false. Today, it mostly refers to students locking themselves in schools!
发音指南
- Stressing the first or third syllable.
- Pronouncing 'ps' as just 's'.
- Confusing the 'i' (η) and 'i' (ι) sounds, though they sound identical in modern Greek.
- Making the 't' sound too aspirated like in English 'top'.
- Vowel reduction of the unstressed 'a'.
难度评级
Common in news and signs, but the spelling with 'η' and 'ψη' can be tricky for beginners.
Requires knowledge of the -η/-εις declension and genitive complements.
Pronunciation is straightforward once the 'ps' sound is mastered.
Can be confused with 'κατάλυση' or 'κατοχή' in fast speech.
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需要掌握的语法
Feminine Nouns in -η
η κατάληψη, της κατάληψης, την κατάληψη
Genitive of Object
κατάληψη *του κτιρίου* (occupation *of the building*)
Plural formation -η to -εις
η κατάληψη -> οι καταλήψεις
Preposition 'υπό'
τελώ *υπό* κατάληψη (to be *under* occupation)
Compound Verb 'καταλαμβάνω'
καταλαμβάνω τη θέση (I occupy the position)
按水平分级的例句
Η κατάληψη της θέσης έγινε γρήγορα.
The taking of the seat happened quickly.
Simple subject-verb structure with a feminine noun.
Θέλω την κατάληψη της πρώτης θέσης.
I want the taking of the first place.
Use of the genitive 'της πρώτης θέσης'.
Η κατάληψη είναι εδώ.
The occupation is here.
Basic 'is' sentence.
Βλέπω μια κατάληψη στο σχολείο.
I see an occupation at the school.
Direct object in the accusative case.
Η κατάληψη τελείωσε.
The occupation finished.
Past tense verb with the noun as subject.
Ποια κατάληψη;
Which occupation?
Interrogative pronoun 'ποια' matching the feminine noun.
Η κατάληψη είναι δύσκολη.
The occupation is difficult.
Adjective agreement (feminine).
Μία μικρή κατάληψη.
A small occupation.
Indefinite article 'μία' matching the noun.
Το σχολείο μας έχει κατάληψη σήμερα.
Our school has an occupation today.
Using 'έχει' to describe the current state.
Η κατάληψη του κτιρίου ξεκίνησε το πρωί.
The occupation of the building started in the morning.
Genitive 'του κτιρίου' specifies the object.
Δεν μου αρέσει η κατάληψη των δρόμων.
I don't like the occupation of the streets.
Plural genitive 'των δρόμων'.
Η αστυνομία σταμάτησε την κατάληψη.
The police stopped the occupation.
Transitive verb with 'κατάληψη' as object.
Πόσο κράτησε η κατάληψη;
How long did the occupation last?
Using 'κράτησε' for duration.
Η κατάληψη είναι ένας τρόπος διαμαρτυρίας.
Occupation is a way of protest.
Predicate nominative structure.
Έγινε κατάληψη στο γραφείο.
An occupation took place in the office.
Passive-like construction 'έγινε' (it happened/took place).
Οι μαθητές κάνουν κατάληψη.
The students are doing an occupation.
Standard idiom 'κάνω κατάληψη'.
Η ειρηνική κατάληψη του πανεπιστημίου συνεχίζεται.
The peaceful occupation of the university continues.
Adjective 'ειρηνική' modifies the noun.
Η κατάληψη δημόσιου χώρου είναι παράνομη.
The occupation of public space is illegal.
Genitive 'δημόσιου χώρου' without article.
Η στρατιωτική κατάληψη της περιοχής κράτησε χρόνια.
The military occupation of the area lasted for years.
Adjective 'στρατιωτική' adds context.
Αποφάσισαν τη λήξη της κατάληψης μετά από συζήτηση.
They decided on the end of the occupation after discussion.
Genitive 'της κατάληψης' following 'λήξη'.
Η κατάληψη της πόλης από τον εχθρό ήταν σοκ.
The occupation of the city by the enemy was a shock.
Prepositional phrase 'από τον εχθρό' showing agency.
Δεν επιτρέπεται η κατάληψη του πεζοδρομίου από μαγαζιά.
The occupation of the sidewalk by shops is not allowed.
Passive sense with agency.
Η κατάληψη μιας έδρας στη βουλή είναι δύσκολη.
Occupying a seat in parliament is difficult.
Metaphorical use for political office.
Περιμένουμε την εκκένωση μετά την κατάληψη.
We are waiting for the evacuation after the occupation.
Preposition 'μετά' followed by accusative.
Η αυθαίρετη κατάληψη της παραλίας προκάλεσε αντιδράσεις.
The arbitrary occupation of the beach caused reactions.
Use of the legal term 'αυθαίρετη'.
Η κατάληψη της εξουσίας έγινε με πραξικόπημα.
The seizure of power happened via a coup.
Abstract use: 'κατάληψη της εξουσίας'.
Η κατάληψη της τρίτης θέσης στο πρωτάθλημα είναι ο στόχος μας.
Occupying third place in the league is our goal.
Sports context for rankings.
Η κατάληψη του κτιρίου έληξε χωρίς βία.
The occupation of the building ended without violence.
Verb 'έληξε' (ended).
Υπάρχει κίνδυνος για κατάληψη των πνευμόνων από το υγρό.
There is a risk of the lungs being 'occupied' by fluid.
Formal medical/anatomical context.
Η κατάληψη από πανικό τον εμπόδισε να αντιδράσει.
Being seized by panic prevented him from reacting.
Psychological state as a 'takeover'.
Η συμβολική κατάληψη κράτησε μόνο λίγες ώρες.
The symbolic occupation lasted only a few hours.
Adjective 'συμβολική' for protest types.
Η παράνομη κατάληψη ξένης ιδιοκτησίας τιμωρείται.
The illegal occupation of foreign/other's property is punished.
Legal context regarding property.
Η ιστορική κατάληψη του Πολυτεχνείου άλλαξε την πορεία της χώρας.
The historic occupation of the Polytechnic changed the country's course.
Specific historical reference.
Η κατάληψη του ζωτικού χώρου αποτελεί στρατηγική προτεραιότητα.
The occupation of vital space constitutes a strategic priority.
Geopolitical terminology ('ζωτικός χώρος').
Παρατηρείται μια κατάληψη της κοινής γνώμης από λαϊκιστικές ιδέες.
An 'occupation' of public opinion by populist ideas is observed.
Metaphorical use in political science.
Η κατάληψη της θέσης του διευθύνοντος συμβούλου απαιτεί προσόντα.
Securing the position of CEO requires qualifications.
Corporate context for high-ranking roles.
Η σταδιακή κατάληψη των αγορών από την εταιρεία ήταν εντυπωσιακή.
The gradual takeover of the markets by the company was impressive.
Economic context.
Η κατάληψη του νου από το άγχος οδηγεί σε κατάθλιψη.
The occupation of the mind by anxiety leads to depression.
Abstract psychological usage.
Η βίαιη κατάληψη των εδαφών καταδικάστηκε από τον ΟΗΕ.
The violent occupation of the territories was condemned by the UN.
International law context.
Η κατάληψη του ψηφιακού χώρου είναι το νέο πεδίο μάχης.
The occupation of digital space is the new battlefield.
Modern technological context.
Η οντολογική κατάληψη του υποκειμένου από το αντικείμενο είναι θέμα της φιλοσοφίας.
The ontological 'occupation' of the subject by the object is a theme of philosophy.
Highly academic/philosophical register.
Η κατάληψη των πνευματικών δικαιωμάτων μέσω νομικών τεχνασμάτων.
The 'seizure' of intellectual property rights through legal maneuvers.
Nuanced legal/IP context.
Η κατάληψη της μνήμης από το τραύμα εμποδίζει την επούλωση.
The occupation of memory by trauma prevents healing.
Advanced psychological metaphor.
Η κατάληψη του κρατικού μηχανισμού από κομματικά στελέχη.
The occupation of the state apparatus by party officials.
Political critique terminology.
Η κατάληψη της σκηνής από τον ηθοποιό ήταν απόλυτη.
The actor's 'command' (occupation) of the stage was absolute.
Artistic/Theatrical praise.
Η κατάληψη του λόγου από τη σιωπή προσδίδει βάθος στο ποίημα.
The occupation of speech by silence gives depth to the poem.
Literary analysis.
Η κατάληψη της εδαφικής ακεραιότητας αποτέλεσε την αιτία του πολέμου.
The violation/occupation of territorial integrity was the cause of the war.
Formal diplomatic language.
Η κατάληψη της προσοχής του κοινού είναι ο στόχος της διαφήμισης.
Capturing (occupying) the audience's attention is the goal of advertising.
Marketing theory.
常见搭配
常用短语
κάνω κατάληψη
τελώ υπό κατάληψη
κατάληψη κοινόχρηστου χώρου
κατάληψη στέγης
κατάληψη της αγοράς
κατάληψη του κέντρου
κατάληψη πνευμόνων
κατάληψη από φόβο
κατάληψη της προσοχής
κατάληψη του βάθρου
容易混淆的词
Κατοχή is the state of possessing or the historical period (Occupation), while κατάληψη is the act of seizing.
Κατάλυση means dissolution or abolition (e.g., of democracy), which sounds similar but is the opposite of taking control.
English speakers use 'occupation' for jobs; Greeks use 'επάγγελμα'. Never use 'κατάληψη' for your career.
习语与表达
"κατάληψη εξ απροόπτου"
To take someone by surprise or catch them off guard. (Literally: seizure from the unforeseen).
Η είδηση μας έκανε κατάληψη εξ απροόπτου.
formal"υπό την κατάληψη του πάθους"
Being completely ruled or seized by passion.
Έδρασε υπό την κατάληψη του πάθους.
literary"κατάληψη του θρόνου"
Seizing the throne; taking over leadership by force or maneuver.
Η κατάληψη του θρόνου από τον σφετεριστή.
historical/metaphorical"κατάληψη της στιγμής"
Seizing the moment; taking full advantage of a brief opportunity.
Η κατάληψη της στιγμής είναι η τέχνη της επιτυχίας.
philosophical"πνευματική κατάληψη"
Spiritual or mental possession; being taken over by an idea or spirit.
Μιλούσε σαν να ήταν σε πνευματική κατάληψη.
religious/psychological"κατάληψη των αισθήσεων"
A state where the senses are overwhelmed or suspended.
Η ομορφιά του τοπίου προκάλεσε κατάληψη των αισθήσεων.
poetic"κατάληψη του πεδίου"
Dominating the field of play or discussion.
Η κατάληψη του πεδίου από τον αντίπαλο ήταν φανερή.
competitive"κατάληψη της φωνής"
When someone's voice is 'taken' by illness or emotion.
Η κατάληψη της φωνής του από την κούραση.
descriptive"κατάληψη του χρόνου"
Taking up all of someone's time.
Η κατάληψη του χρόνου μου από τη δουλειά είναι αφόρητη.
informal/hyperbolic"κατάληψη της καρδιάς"
Winning someone's heart completely.
Η κατάληψη της καρδιάς της έγινε σταδιακά.
romantic容易混淆
Both translate to 'occupation' in English.
Κατάληψη is the 'event' or 'act' of taking. Κατοχή is the 'state' of having/holding.
Η κατάληψη της πόλης (the act) vs Η κατοχή της πόλης (the 3-year period).
Phonetically similar.
Κατάληψη = taking control. Κατάλυση = destroying/ending control.
Κατάληψη της εξουσίας vs Κατάλυση της δημοκρατίας.
Same root (λαμβάνω).
Λήψη is a general 'taking' or 'receiving' (e.g., taking a photo, receiving a signal).
Λήψη απόφασης (taking a decision) vs Κατάληψη κτιρίου.
Same root and suffix.
Αντίληψη is mental perception or understanding.
Έχει καλή αντίληψη του χώρου.
Same root and suffix.
Περίληψη is a summary of a text.
Γράψε μια περίληψη του μαθήματος.
句型
Η κατάληψη είναι [adjective].
Η κατάληψη είναι μεγάλη.
Κάνουμε κατάληψη στο [place].
Κάνουμε κατάληψη στο σχολείο.
Η κατάληψη του/της [noun] κράτησε [time].
Η κατάληψη της αίθουσας κράτησε δύο ώρες.
Το κτίριο τελεί υπό κατάληψη.
Το κτίριο τελεί υπό κατάληψη από τους εργάτες.
Προχωρώ σε [adjective] κατάληψη.
Προχωρώ σε συμβολική κατάληψη του γραφείου.
Η κατάληψη από [emotion/state]...
Η κατάληψη από πανικό τον παρέλυσε.
Η [adjective] κατάληψη της [abstract noun]...
Η σταδιακή κατάληψη της εξουσίας από τον στρατό.
Λόγω της κατάληψης των [plural noun]...
Λόγω της κατάληψης των πεζοδρομίων, οι πεζοί κινδυνεύουν.
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High, especially in political and educational contexts in Greece.
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Η κατάληψή μου είναι δάσκαλος.
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Το επάγγελμά μου είναι δάσκαλος.
You used the word for 'seizure' instead of 'profession.'
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Κάνω κατάληψη σε το σχολείο.
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Κάνω κατάληψη του σχολείου.
Use the genitive case for the object of the occupation.
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Η κατάληψη της Ελλάδας κράτησε 4 χρόνια.
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Η κατοχή της Ελλάδας κράτησε 4 χρόνια.
'Κατάληψη' is the act of taking; 'κατοχή' is the duration of holding.
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Η κατάληψη της δημοκρατίας.
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Η κατάλυση της δημοκρατίας.
You confused 'occupation' with 'dissolution' (abolition).
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Οι καταλήψεις των δρόμο.
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Οι καταλήψεις των δρόμων.
Ensure the plural genitive ending -ων is used correctly.
小贴士
Watch the Genitive
Always follow 'κατάληψη' with a genitive to specify what is occupied. 'Κατάληψη του κτιρίου' is better than using 'σε'.
Job vs. Seizure
Remember that English 'occupation' = Greek 'κατάληψη' (seizure) OR 'επάγγελμα' (job). Never mix them up!
Polytechnic Reference
If you mention 'Η Κατάληψη' without context, many Greeks will think of the 1973 Polytechnic uprising.
Stress the 'TA'
The stress is on the second syllable. Saying 'KA-talipsi' sounds wrong to a native ear.
Sidewalks
In a city, you'll hear 'κατάληψη πεζοδρομίου' constantly. It refers to businesses taking over walking space.
Fall of Cities
Use 'κατάληψη' for the military act of taking a city, but 'άλωση' for historic 'falls' like Constantinople.
Protest Language
Learning this word helps you understand 50% of Greek news during the autumn protest season.
X-Rays
If you see 'κατάληψη' on a medical report, it means something (like fluid) is where it shouldn't be.
Squatting
The term for squatting in a house is 'κατάληψη στέγης.' It's a specific legal and social term.
Rankings
Use it to talk about achieving a spot in the top rankings: 'κατάληψη της κορυφής'.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of 'CAT-a-LEAP-si'. A CAT LEAPS and takes 'κατάληψη' of your favorite chair. It seizes the spot and won't move!
视觉联想
Visualize a school gate with a heavy iron chain and a banner that says 'ΚΑΤΑΛΗΨΗ'. This is the most iconic image for this word in Greece.
Word Web
挑战
Try to find three news headlines from a Greek website (like Kathimerini or Proto Thema) that use the word 'κατάληψη' and identify if they are about schools, property, or sports.
词源
Derived from the Ancient Greek 'κατάληψις' (katálēpsis), which comes from the verb 'καταλαμβάνω' (katalambánō). The prefix 'κατά-' (down/against/completely) combines with 'λαμβάνω' (to take/seize).
原始含义: In Ancient Greek, it meant 'seizing,' 'grasping,' or 'attaining.' In Stoic philosophy, it was a technical term for 'comprehension' or 'firm mental grasp' of a concept.
Indo-European > Hellenic > Greek.文化背景
Be careful when using this word in political discussions in Greece. It is a 'hot button' topic. Supporters see it as a legitimate form of direct democracy; opponents see it as 'anarchy' and a violation of the right to education.
In English, 'occupation' is often neutral or related to jobs. In Greek, 'κατάληψη' is almost always charged with action, force, or protest. It lacks the professional meaning of the English 'occupation'.
在生活中练习
真实语境
Education
- κατάληψη σχολείου
- αίτια της κατάληψης
- συνέλευση για κατάληψη
- λήξη των καταλήψεων
Military/History
- κατάληψη της πόλης
- στρατηγική κατάληψη
- κατάληψη οχυρού
- χρόνος κατάληψης
Law/Urban Planning
- κατάληψη πεζοδρομίου
- παράνομη κατάληψη
- πρόστιμο για κατάληψη
- άδεια κατάληψης χώρου
Sports
- κατάληψη πρώτης θέσης
- κατάληψη του βάθρου
- μάχη για την κατάληψη
- τελική κατάληψη θέσης
Health/Science
- κατάληψη οργάνου
- κατάληψη από ιό
- ιατρική κατάληψη
- εικόνα κατάληψης
对话开场白
"Τι γνώμη έχεις για τις καταλήψεις στα σχολεία κάθε χρόνο;"
"Πιστεύεις ότι η κατάληψη είναι αποτελεσματικός τρόπος διαμαρτυρίας;"
"Έχεις ακούσει ποτέ για την κατάληψη του Πολυτεχνείου το 1973;"
"Ποιο κτίριο στην πόλη σου είναι υπό κατάληψη αυτή τη στιγμή;"
"Πώς μπορεί να σταματήσει η παράνομη κατάληψη των πεζοδρομίων από τα τραπεζάκια;"
日记主题
Περιγράψτε μια περίπτωση όπου μια κατάληψη (ειρηνική ή όχι) άλλαξε την ιστορία μιας χώρας.
Αν ήσουν μαθητής, θα συμμετείχες σε μια κατάληψη για να βελτιώσεις το σχολείο σου; Γιατί;
Ποια είναι η διαφορά ανάμεσα στην 'κατάληψη' και την 'κλοπή' στην περίπτωση της δημόσιας γης;
Γράψτε για ένα συναίσθημα που σας έκανε 'κατάληψη' πρόσφατα και πώς το αντιμετωπίσατε.
Συζητήστε τη σημασία της 'κατάληψης της πρώτης θέσης' στον αθλητισμό. Είναι το μόνο που μετράει;
常见问题
10 个问题Not necessarily. While it is illegal and disruptive, many see student 'καταλήψεις' as a romanticized or necessary form of protest. It depends on your political perspective.
You should say 'Είμαι δάσκαλος στο επάγγελμα.' Do not use 'κατάληψη' here, or people will think you are occupying a school!
The plural is 'καταλήψεις' (nominative/accusative) and 'καταλήψεων' (genitive).
Technically yes ('κατάληψη θέσης'), but it sounds very formal. Usually, you would say 'η θέση είναι πιασμένη' (the seat is taken).
The most common verbs are 'κάνω' (to do), 'πραγματοποιώ' (to carry out), and 'λήγω' (to end).
Yes, it can describe an organ being 'taken over' by a disease or fluid, like 'κατάληψη πνευμόνων'.
A 'καταληψίας' is a person who participates in an occupation, such as a student protester or a squatter.
'Εισβολή' is the invasion (the act of entering). 'Κατάληψη' is the result of a successful invasion (the act of seizing control).
Yes, in a formal or literary way, like 'κατάληψη από πανικό' (being seized by panic).
It is a traditional way to protest for better funding, books, or to oppose educational reforms. It is part of the local political culture.
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Write a sentence using 'κατάληψη' and 'σχολείο'.
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Explain the difference between 'κατάληψη' and 'κατοχή' in Greek.
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Translate: 'The peaceful occupation of the building ended today.'
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Write a formal sentence about sidewalk occupation.
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Use 'κατάληψη' in a sports context.
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Describe a feeling using 'κατάληψη'.
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Write a headline about a university occupation.
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Translate: 'Illegal occupation of public space.'
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What would you say if someone took your seat? (Formal)
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about why students do 'καταλήψεις'.
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Translate: 'Seizure of power by the army.'
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Use 'κατάληψη' in a medical sentence.
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Translate: 'The end of the occupation was peaceful.'
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Write a sentence with the plural 'καταλήψεις'.
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Use the word 'αυθαίρετη' with 'κατάληψη'.
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Translate: 'Symbolic occupation for two hours.'
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Write a sentence about the Fall of Constantinople.
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Explain 'κατάληψη στέγης' in your own words.
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Translate: 'Occupation of digital space.'
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Write a sentence using 'καταληψίας'.
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Pronounce 'κατάληψη' clearly.
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Say 'school occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'under occupation' in Greek.
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Pronounce the plural 'καταλήψεις'.
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Say 'peaceful occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'illegal occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'end of the occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'military occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'taking first place' using 'κατάληψη'.
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Say 'sidewalk occupation' in Greek.
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Explain 'κατάληψη' in one simple Greek sentence.
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Say 'seizure of power' in Greek.
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Pronounce 'καταλήψεων' (genitive plural).
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Say 'symbolic occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'squatting' (occupation of shelter) in Greek.
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Say 'public space occupation' in Greek.
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Say 'wave of occupations' in Greek.
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Say 're-occupation' in Greek.
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Listen and identify the word: 'Η κατάληψη ξεκίνησε.'
Does the speaker say 'κατάληψη' or 'κατοχή'? (Teacher says 'κατάληψη')
Listen: 'Έχουμε κατάληψη στο σχολείο.' Is the school open or closed?
Listen: 'Η λήξη της κατάληψης είναι κοντά.' Is the occupation starting or ending?
Listen: 'Παράνομη κατάληψη πεζοδρομίου.' What is being occupied?
Listen: 'Υπό κατάληψη.' What is the preposition?
Listen: 'Βίαιη κατάληψη.' Is it peaceful or violent?
Listen: 'Καταλήψεις.' Is it singular or plural?
Listen: 'Κατάληψη της πρώτης θέσης.' What rank was achieved?
Listen: 'Κατάληψη από φόβο.' What is the emotion?
Listen and spell: 'κατάληψη'.
Listen: 'Συμβολική κατάληψη.' What kind of occupation is it?
Listen: 'Πραγματοποιώ κατάληψη.' What is the verb?
Listen: 'Κατάληψη στέγης.' Is it about food or housing?
Listen: 'Αυθαίρετη κατάληψη.' Does it mean legal or illegal?
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Summary
Κατάληψη is the active act of seizing a space or position. Whether it's a student 'occupying' a school for protest or an army 'occupying' a city, it implies a decisive takeover. Example: 'Η κατάληψη του σχολείου έληξε ειρηνικά' (The school occupation ended peacefully).
- Κατάληψη means 'occupation' or 'seizure' and is a feminine noun used for taking control of buildings, land, or positions.
- It is a key term in Greek culture for student protests (sit-ins) and is used in military and sports contexts.
- Grammatically, it follows the -η declension and is often followed by a genitive to show what is being occupied.
- Do not confuse it with 'επάγγελμα' (job), as 'occupation' in English can mean profession, but κατάληψη does not.
Watch the Genitive
Always follow 'κατάληψη' with a genitive to specify what is occupied. 'Κατάληψη του κτιρίου' is better than using 'σε'.
Job vs. Seizure
Remember that English 'occupation' = Greek 'κατάληψη' (seizure) OR 'επάγγελμα' (job). Never mix them up!
Polytechnic Reference
If you mention 'Η Κατάληψη' without context, many Greeks will think of the 1973 Polytechnic uprising.
Stress the 'TA'
The stress is on the second syllable. Saying 'KA-talipsi' sounds wrong to a native ear.
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