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How do you say "i dont understand" in Greek?
Δεν καταλαβαίνω
Den katalavaino
In Greek, "i dont understand" is Δεν καταλαβαίνω (Den katalavaino).
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Pronunciation
You'll hear this as "Den katalavaino"; aim the stress toward the fifth syllable so it doesn't come out sounding monotone.
Grammar notes
Δεν καταλαβαίνω is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
i dont understand
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How to remember Δεν καταλαβαίνω
Think of 'de' as a nickname for 'i dont understand' in your head; the full word 'Den katalavaino' builds naturally from that starting point.
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Questions about Δεν καταλαβαίνω
How do you pronounce Δεν καταλαβαίνω?
You'll hear this as "Den katalavaino"; aim the stress toward the fifth syllable so it doesn't come out sounding monotone.
Is Δεν καταλαβαίνω formal or casual?
Δεν καταλαβαίνω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is Δεν καταλαβαίνω used in Greek?
Δεν καταλαβαίνω is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (i dont understand).
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