Learning how to say the days of the week in Greek is essential for everyday communication. Whether you’re traveling, planning your week, or just following a Greek calendar, these core words will help you stay organized and express time clearly.
Greek, with its ancient roots and modern charm, offers weekday names rich in meaning — many of which come from religious traditions or reference positions within the week. This adds a layer of cultural depth to even simple vocabulary.
Vocabulary: Days of the Week
Below is a list of the seven days of the week in Greek, complete with audio support (if available) and transliteration to guide your pronunciation.
| English | Greek with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| Monday | Δευτέρα |
| Tuesday | Τρίτη |
| Wednesday | Τετάρτη |
| Thursday | Πέμπτη |
| Friday | Παρασκευή |
| Saturday | Σάββατο |
| Sunday | Κυριακή |
Useful Phrases and Expressions
Beyond just listing the days, you’ll also want to recognize expressions like “on Sunday,” “every Friday,” or “this week.” These are frequently used in everyday Greek conversations and will help you sound more fluent and natural.
| English | Greek with pronunciation volume_down |
|---|---|
| day | ημέρα |
| morning | πρωί |
| today | Σήμερα |
| tomorrow | Αύριο |
| yesterday | Εχθές |
| week | εβδομάδα |
| weekend | σαββατοκύριακο |
How Greek Weekday Names Are Formed
The Greek names for weekdays are strongly influenced by the Eastern Orthodox religious calendar. For example, Δευτέρα (Deftéra) means “second,” since it follows Sunday — the first day of the week. Similarly, Τρίτη means “third,” and so on.
Interestingly, Saturday (Σάββατο, Sávvato) and Sunday (Κυριακή, Kyriakí) have religious origins. “Kyriakí” means “the Lord’s day,” and “Sávvato” comes from the Hebrew “Sabbath.”
- Δευτέρα – Second (Monday)
- Τρίτη – Third (Tuesday)
- Τετάρτη – Fourth (Wednesday)
- Πέμπτη – Fifth (Thursday)
This logical naming system makes it easier to remember the sequence of days in Greek — a useful pattern for language learners.
Grammar Tip: Talking About Days in Greek
To say something happens “on” a certain day, Greek typically uses the preposition τη(ν) before the weekday in the accusative case. For example:
- Τη Δευτέρα έχω μάθημα. – “I have class on Monday.”
- Την Παρασκευή πάμε σινεμά. – “On Friday, we’re going to the movies.”
You may also encounter expressions like κάθε Δευτέρα (“every Monday”) or την άλλη Τρίτη (“next Tuesday”).
Keep Learning Greek
Now that you’ve learned how to talk about the days of the week in Greek, why stop there? Explore more useful vocabulary lessons to expand your skills:
- Seasons and Months in Greek
- Numbers in Greek
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All of our lessons are free and designed to help you learn Greek vocabulary effectively — at your own pace.