Say “Glyko”! Easy Greek Words for Your Favorite Sweets

Sweet treats are everywhere in Greece from honey-dipped pastries to creamy puddings. Learning their names in Greek helps kids connect fun with language.

Why Sweet Words Stick

• Link language to exciting experiences
• Introduce simple food-related vocabulary
• Add joy and flavor to learning time

Greek Words for Sweets

• γλυκό (glyko) – Sweet/dessert
• μέλι (meli) – Honey
• παγωτό (pagotó) – Ice cream
• κέικ (kéik) – Cake
• μπισκότο (biskóto) – Cookie
• σοκολάτα (sokoláta) – Chocolate

Try this phrase: Μου αρέσει το παγωτό σοκολάτα! (I like chocolate ice cream!)

Greek Sweet-Themed Activities

“Dessert Word Match”

Draw or print images of popular sweets. Match each one with the correct Greek word written underneath.

“My Dream Dessert Menu”

Kids create a pretend dessert menu with pictures and Greek names for their favorite sweet treats.

Dinolingo helps kids build vocabulary with cultural themes, from meals to music to sweets.

Final Thoughts

Saying γλυκό is just the beginning. Let kids explore the sweetness of Greek with every new word they taste.