In a recent announcement, organisers suggested non-Greek speaking participants enrich their experience by learning a few phrases, including some linked to running such as Treho ton marathonio / miso marathonio (I am running the marathon / half marathon).

Andreas Spyrou, race director, OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO, commented, “People always remark on the friendly welcome they receive when visiting Limassol, and knowing a few words in the local language will enhance their experience even more.”

Some 15,000 runners from around the world are expected to travel to Limassol for the weekend celebration of sport that will feature; OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO, Limassol Half Marathon, Petrolina 10 km Energy Race, five km City Race, PrimeTel five km Corporate Race and Andrey and Julia Dashin’s Foundation Youth Race.

General Greek Holiday Phrases

English Greek

Hello / hi Yassou
Good morning Kalimera
Good afternoon Kalo Apogevma
Good night Kalo Vradi
How are you? Poso xronon ise?
Very well Poli Kala
Thank you Efharisto
Excuse me Signomi
Please Parakalo
Goodbye Yassou
Cheers! Gia Mas!
Yes Nai
No Ohi
How much does it cost? Poso kanei
Do you speak English? Milas Agglika?
Where is the beach / pool? Pou einai I Thalassa/pisina?

Useful Greek Race Day Expressions

English Greek

I am running the marathon / half marathon Treho ton marathonio / miso marathonio
Water, please Nero parakalo
Where is the toilet? Pu ine e tualeta
Which way to the start line? Pu ine I archi
Keep going! Pame!
What a great run! Poli kali prospathia
I ran a PB (personal best)! Etrexa rekor
The views were beautiful I thea ine omorfi
I am tired Ime kourasmenos
I am happy Ime haroumenos
I will be back! Tha epistrepso