How to say “Thank you” in Ancient Greek
The most common way to say “thank you” in Ancient Greek. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
χάριν σοι ἔχω
khárin soi ékhō
In a sentence
English
Thank you, please.
Ancient Greek
χάριν σοι ἔχω, ἀντιβολῶ σε
Frequently asked
How do you say "Thank you" in Ancient Greek?
"Thank you" in Ancient Greek is "χάριν σοι ἔχω". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "χάριν σοι ἔχω" written in Ancient Greek?
Ancient Greek uses the Greek alphabet, an alphabet. "χάριν σοι ἔχω" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "χάριν σοι ἔχω" in Ancient Greek?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "χάριν σοι ἔχω" 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 "χάριν σοι ἔχω" mean in English?
"χάριν σοι ἔχω" is the Ancient Greek way of saying "Thank you" 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 "Thank you" in Ancient Greek?
Many languages — including Ancient Greek — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "χάριν σοι ἔχω" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Ancient Greek spoken?
Ancient Greek is spoken by an estimated 5,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Ancient Greek dictionary?
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