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Small insights that make Greek easier to understand.

Here you’ll find interesting and useful facts about the Greek language.

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You speak Greek you just don't know it
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You Know More Greek Than You Realise

Hello my lovely people,Today, I want to share a little secret that will instantly boost your language confidence: you know more…
Posted by Marina Politou January 4, 2026
the difference between ancient koine modern greek
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Ancient, Koine, and Modern Greek: What’s the Difference?

Hello, my adventurous Greek language explorer! So, you’ve decided to dive into Greek? Fantastic! But wait… which Greek? Ancient Greek, Koine…
Posted by Marina Politou February 9, 2025
Why you need to start with the Greek alphabet
Posted inBeginners Greek - A1 Language Facts

Why You Should Start with the Greek Alphabet?

Hello, my enthusiastic Greek learner! If you’re just starting out with Greek, you might be wondering where to begin. Here’s a…
Posted by Marina Politou January 23, 2025
greek regional dialects
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The Many Voices of Greek: An Exploration of Regional Dialects

Greek, one of the world's oldest living languages, has evolved into several dialects over centuries, with regional varieties still spoken today.…
Posted by Marina Politou September 26, 2024
how many greek words you really need to know
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How Many Words Do You Really Need to Speak Greek or Any Other Language?

So, you’ve decided to learn Greek. Συγχαρητήρια (siharitiria) - Congratulations! You’ve picked out your flashcards, dusted off your old high school…
Posted by Marina Politou June 18, 2024
31 amazing greek word facts
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31 Amazing Greek Word Facts for Curious Minds

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation and thought, "Wow, I really wish I knew more about…
Posted by Marina Politou June 8, 2024

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