Greek Word Challenge! 7 Tough Ones to Try Out Loud
Learning a new language is fun but sometimes the sounds can get a little tricky! These 7 tough Greek words will give kids a chance to test their pronunciation skills while giggling through the challenge.
Why Tricky Words Are Good Practice
- Help kids improve pronunciation naturally
- Build confidence in speaking out loud
- Make vocabulary learning more playful
7 Tough but Fun Greek Words to Say
- ευχαριστώ (efcharistó) – Thank you
- χταπόδι (chtapódi) – Octopus
- αλεπού (alepoú) – Fox
- γλώσσα (glóssa) – Tongue/language
- ψυγείο (psygéio) – Fridge
- σκύλος (skýlos) – Dog
- καλησπέρα (kalispéra) – Good evening
Try this: Μπορείς να πεις «ψυγείο» τρεις φορές γρήγορα; (Can you say “fridge” three times fast?)
Greek Word Games to Play
“Say It Silly”
Let kids say each word in a different voice—robot, giant, whisper—just to get used to the sounds!
“Word Race”
Time how quickly kids can say all 7 words correctly. Then switch up the order and race again.
Learning Through Laughter
Dinolingo brings language to life with fun audio, games, and pronunciation guides that keep practice exciting.
Final Thoughts
Don’t worry if you stumble! These words are meant to be a challenge and a lot of fun. Keep practicing, and kids will be sounding like little Greeks in no time.
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