🇬🇷 Greek phrases

How to Say "Come here" in Greek

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Έλα εδώ
"Come here" in Greek · say it like eh-lah eh-tho

The most natural way to say "Come here" in Greek is Έλα εδώ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Έλα
a more casual and shorter way to say it
Περίμενε εδώ
used when asking someone to wait in a specific spot

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want someone to come closer to you. It is commonly used in informal settings among friends or family. It can also be used in more formal situations, but it's best to adjust your tone accordingly.

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Examples in Greek

GreekEnglish
Έλα εδώ να σου δείξω κάτι.Come here so I can show you something.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'Πήγαινε εκεί', which means 'Go there' instead of 'Come here'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Έλα εδώ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Greek with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it polite to say 'Έλα εδώ'?

Yes, it is generally considered polite among friends and family, but tone matters.

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