🇬🇷 Greek phrases

How to Say "Excuse me" in Greek

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Συγγνώμη
"Excuse me" in Greek · say it like see-ghno-mee

The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Greek is Συγγνώμη. 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

Με συγχωρείτε
more formal, used in polite contexts
Συγγνώμη για την ενόχληση
used when apologizing for bothering someone

When to use it

Use 'Συγγνώμη' when you want to politely interrupt someone or when you need to apologize. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. You can use it when asking for directions or when you accidentally bump into someone.

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Examples in Greek

GreekEnglish
Συγγνώμη, μπορείτε να μου πείτε πού είναι το μετρό;Excuse me, can you tell me where the subway is?
Συγγνώμη, δεν ήθελα να σας ενοχλήσω.Excuse me, I didn't mean to bother you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Συγγνώμη' with 'Συγχωρείτε', which is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Συγγνώμη, 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

When should I use 'Συγγνώμη'?

Use it whenever you need to apologize or get someone's attention politely.

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