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Language In Cyprus

Greek Cypriot Language

Greek is the national language of Cyprus, but English is spoken by almost everyone.

Although Greek in origin, in Cyprus a different dialect is spoken, with many Greek Cypriot words different from that spoken on mainland Greece.

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Basic Greek Cypriot Words

With the tourism that has come to Cyprus, many other languages are also spoken. These include French, German and Russian.

Speaking a little of the local language will always please the locals.

 

Here are some words to help:

Greetings

  • Kalimera = good morning
  • Kalinichta = good night
  • Kalispera = good evening
  • Yassou = goodbye / cya
  • Yiamas = cheers / good health

Requests

  • Borro na echio ..? = can i have ...?
  • Bou einea ...? = where is ...?
  • Bosso gaini ...? = how much is ...?

Numbers

  • ena = one
  • dio = two
  • drea = three
  • dessera = four
  • bente = five
 
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