Greek · Common Verbs

έχω

écho

To have

Beginnerverb

Definition

To own or possess something.

Example

Έχω δύο εισιτήρια για τη συναυλία.

I have two tickets for the concert.

Etymology

'Έχω' (écho) is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root '*sēḱ-, *sā-,' meaning 'to have'. It has evolved into a fundamental verb in Modern Greek.

How & Where It’s Used

'Έχω' is universally used in all contexts, both spoken and written, and forms an essential part of everyday conversation.

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