γεια σου

Greek

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈʝasu/

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Phrase

γεια σου • (geia sou)^†

1. (informal, in the singular) hello, goodbye
2. your health

Related terms

• γεια (geia, “hi”)
• γεια σας (geia sas, “hello”)^‡ (formal, polite)
• χαίρετε (chaírete) (polite and formal greeting, addressing strangers)

Usage notes

† The 2nd person singular form is familiar and informal, used with family, friends, children and younger people — the plural is formal and polite, it is used with strangers and to give respect. (see:: T-V distinction)