🇬🇷 Greek phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Greek

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Τι κάνεις;
"What's up?" in Greek · say it like tee kah-nees

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Greek is Τι κάνεις;. 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

Τι γίνεται;
another casual way to ask what's happening
Πώς είσαι;
more formal way to ask how someone is

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting friends or acquaintances. It is informal and friendly. It is appropriate in most casual settings, such as when you meet someone or start a conversation.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "What's up?" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Greek

GreekEnglish
Γεια σου! Τι κάνεις;Hi! What's up?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with more formal greetings, which are not suitable in casual contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Τι κάνεις;, 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

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

No, it's best reserved for informal situations.

Learn Greek by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.