How to say “Please” in Greek
The most common way to say “please” in Greek. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Παρακαλώ
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How do you say "Please" in Greek?
"Please" in Greek is "Παρακαλώ". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Παρακαλώ" written in Greek?
Greek uses the Greek alphabet, an alphabet. "Παρακαλώ" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "Παρακαλώ" in Greek?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Παρακαλώ" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Παρακαλώ" mean in English?
"Παρακαλώ" is the Greek way of saying "Please" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Please" in Greek?
Many languages — including Greek — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Παρακαλώ" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Greek spoken?
Greek is spoken by an estimated 13 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Greek dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Greek dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Παρακαλώ" or any other Greek text.