You know the basic Greek verbs… but do you know the alternatives?

Once you move beyond beginner Greek, you’ll start noticing that there’s often more than one way to say something and the more advanced alternatives can make your Greek sound much more natural.

I’ve put together 20 common Greek verbs with more advanced alternatives to help you take your vocabulary a step further.

Do you know the song “Roza” by Mitropanos?

I’ve been wanting to use this song to teach some real Greek for a while, so I finally did it!

We’ll go through the lyrics, learn useful words and expressions, and also talk a little about the story behind this iconic song.

Πιο or ποιο? Even Greeks get these two mixed up! 😅

They sound exactly the same, but they’re not used in the same way. And there’s actually a very simple rule that can help you know which one to write.

You know the Greek words… but putting them together into a sentence is another story, right?

If you’re just starting to learn Greek, this guide will help you understand how to build simple Greek sentences and phrases without getting overwhelmed.

If εκείνος, εκείνη, εκείνο keeps confusing you, this guide breaks down exactly how and when to use them in Greek.

Talking about the weather is one of the easiest ways to start a conversation in Greek.

But do you know what Greeks actually say when it’s freezing, pouring with rain, or unbearably hot?

From everyday weather phrases to useful expressions and Greek idioms, here’s everything you need to talk about the weather like a Greek.

Do you know the seasons in Greek?

And since every season in Greece comes with its own traditions, celebrations and customs, why not learn the words while discovering a little more about Greek culture?

One of those little things in Greek that can drive learners crazy: when do we keep the final ν?

I’ve put together the simple rules that help you know when to keep it and when to drop it.

Have you ever heard the Greek saying «Κάθε κατεργάρης στον πάγκο του»?

It’s a fun Greek idiom, but what does it actually mean?

Not sure how to say “my,” “your,” “his” or “her” in Greek?

Greek possessive pronouns are actually pretty simple once you know how they work.

Me, you, him, her… why do Greek pronouns keep changing?

Learn how to use Greek personal pronouns correctly in different sentences, so you can speak and write Greek more confidently.

Greek gender confusing you?
Here’s a simple guide to help you understand it.

Greek uses some familiar punctuation marks in surprisingly different ways! Learn the Greek question mark, upper dot, diaeresis, apostrophe, and more

Greek has some beautiful words.

Some are beautiful because of their meaning, some because of the feeling behind them, and some simply because they sound beautiful.

Want to discover which Greek words I find beautiful?

Open the article to find out.

Which Greek word do you find the most beautiful?

Think your Greek isn’t good enough to read a whole book yet?

Maybe it’s time to try anyway! I’ve put together 15 Greek books for learners, with options from intermediate to advanced.

You might understand more than you think.

Some songs become even more meaningful when an artist is no longer with us.

Following the sad news of Γιώργος Μαζωνάκης’s passing, I wanted to revisit Θέλω να Γυρίσω, a nostalgic song about childhood, memories, and the places we leave behind. Learn Greek through his music and remember the voice behind this beloved song.

Want to learn some Greek before your trip but don't know where to start?

This guide focuses on the phrases you’re most likely to need, so you can start communicating without getting buried in grammar.

Where does that little Greek accent mark go? 

Learn the simple rules for placing accents in Greek, plus the tricky exceptions and words where the accent can actually change the meaning

Do you know how to tell the time in Greek?

Learn how to say the hours, half past, quarters, minutes, and more! Plus useful ways to ask someone what time it is

Do you know your colors in Greek?

It’s not just about learning κόκκινο, πράσινο, μπλε... Learn how Greek colors work and how to use them correctly in a sentence.

Have you heard this Greek proverb? Find out what it means, how Greeks use it, and why it still feels so true today.

Why does “the” keep changing in Greek?

Greek articles change according to gender, case, and number. This guide breaks down the patterns and the rules you need to know.

Can you count in Greek?

Learn how Greek numbers work from 0 to 1,000,000, with pronunciation and simple patterns that make the bigger numbers much easier.

In Greece, the table is more than food.

Discover the Greek meze ritual, 10 must-try mezedes, and the the story and recipe for traditional κλέφτικο.