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City Lit Silver Sunday: Modern Greek language taster
A beginner-level interactive taster covering Modern Greek greetings, introductions and ordering three drinks in a café.
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What Beginner (A1) Greek means
At A1 Greek, learners are beginning to use familiar words and simple sentences in predictable everyday situations.
Introduce yourself
Με λένε Άννα. Μένω στο Λονδίνο.
My name is Anna. I live in London.
Order in a café
Θα ήθελα έναν καφέ, παρακαλώ.
I would like a coffee, please.
Ask for directions
Συγγνώμη, πού είναι ο σταθμός;
Excuse me, where is the station?
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
This introductory workshop gives learners a first experience of Modern Greek through everyday café situations. It covers greetings, exchanging names and ordering three different drinks. Teaching includes repeated practice of words and sentences, pair and group activities, and a discovery exercise. The session is designed for active participation rather than extended independent study, and no work outside class is specified.
What you'll learn
- Greet someone in Modern Greek
- Say your name and ask for someone else’s name
- Order three different drinks in a café
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for complete beginners with no stated prior language skills. It is part of an event aimed specifically at older people, although everyone is welcome. Learners should be prepared to participate in pairs and groups, repeat words and sentences, and take part in a discovery activity.
- Aimed specifically at older people, while open to everyone
- Includes pair and group participation
Before you go
- The session is based on the tutor’s own materials.