10 essential Greek phrases for taking a taxi
Navigate Greece like a local with these key Greek phrases for your taxi rides.
Getting around in a new city can be daunting, especially when it comes to transportation. Knowing a few basic phrases in Greek will make taking a taxi much smoother for you. These will help you communicate your destination, understand potential costs, and ensure a pleasant journey. From hailing a cab to saying goodbye, these phrases cover the most common scenarios you'll encounter. They are designed to be simple, effective, and easy for language learners to pick up. Don't be afraid to try them out – Greeks appreciate the effort to speak their language!
What this lesson covers
Core Greek words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Words 1–10
- Σας παρακαλώ, ένα ταξί.Sahs pah-rah-kah-LO, eh-nah tahk-SEE.Taxi, please.
- Στο αεροδρόμιο, παρακαλώ.Stoh ah-eh-roh-THRYO-meeoh, pah-rah-kah-LO.To the airport, please.
- Στην πλατεία Ομονοίας.Steen plah-TEH-ah Oh-moh-NEE-ahs.To Omonia Square.
- Πόσο κάνει μέχρι εκεί;POH-soh KAH-nee MEH-khree eh-KEE?How much is it to get there?
- Έχετε εισιτήριο;EH-kheh-teh ee-see-TEE-reeoh?Do you have a meter?
- Μπορείτε να πάτε λίγο πιο γρήγορα;Boh-REE-teh nah PAH-teh LEE-ghoh pee-oh GHREE-gho-rah?Can you go a little faster?
- Μπορείτε να σταματήσετε εδώ;Boh-REE-teh nah stah-mah-TEE-seh-teh eh-THOH?Can you stop here?
- Πόσο κάνει;POH-soh KAH-nee?How much is it?
- Κρατήστε τα ρέστα.Krah-TEE-steh tah RES-tah.Keep the change.
- Ευχαριστώ. Γεια σας.Ef-khah-ree-STOH. YAH sahs.Thank you. Goodbye.
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