How do you say "wait" in Greek?

περιμένω

perimeno

Verb Noun

In Greek, "wait" is περιμένω (perimeno).

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Pronunciation

When you say "perimeno", let your voice rise slightly on the third syllable before settling back down.

Grammar notes

περιμένω is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Παρακαλώ περιμένετε εδώ για λίγο.

Parakalo perimenete edo gia ligo.

Please wait here for a moment.

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How to remember περιμένω

The opening sound 'pe' in 'perimeno' is the handle to grab onto; attach a tiny scene of 'wait' to that sound and recall gets easier.

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Questions about περιμένω

How do you pronounce περιμένω?

When you say "perimeno", let your voice rise slightly on the third syllable before settling back down.

Is περιμένω formal or casual?

περιμένω is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is περιμένω used in Greek?

περιμένω is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Παρακαλώ περιμένετε εδώ για λίγο. (Please wait here for a moment.).

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