Greek · Greetings & Phrases

καλώς ήρθατε

kalós írthate

Welcome

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Used to welcome guests or new arrivals.

Example

Καλώς ήρθατε στην Ελλάδα!

Welcome to Greece!

Etymology

'Καλώς ήρθατε' (kalós írthate) expresses 'welcome', derived from 'καλώς' (goodly) and 'ήρθατε' (you have come). This phrase signifies hospitality in Greek culture.

How & Where It’s Used

'Καλώς ήρθατε' is formal and often used in both spoken and written welcomes in various social settings, embodying Greek hospitality.

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