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How do you say "calm down" in Greek?
Ηρέμησε
iremise
In Greek, "calm down" is Ηρέμησε (iremise).
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Pronunciation
Sound it out as "iremise" — English speakers often want to flatten the stress, but leaning into the second syllable gets it right.
Grammar notes
Ηρέμησε is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
calm down
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How to remember Ηρέμησε
The opening sound 'ire' in 'iremise' is the handle to grab onto; attach a tiny scene of 'calm down' to that sound and recall gets easier.
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Questions about Ηρέμησε
How do you pronounce Ηρέμησε?
Sound it out as "iremise" — English speakers often want to flatten the stress, but leaning into the second syllable gets it right.
Is Ηρέμησε formal or casual?
Ηρέμησε is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is Ηρέμησε used in Greek?
Ηρέμησε is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (calm down).
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