My Top Greek Learning Resources (check out links at the end of the post)
Book #1: The Beginner’s Essential
The first book I ever got was a gift from my wife when we first met. It’s a fantastic starter book, although it’s probably discontinued now. This book is incredibly user-friendly and perfect for beginners. It includes a dictionary and easy-to-follow sections that allow you to start speaking basic Greek almost immediately. If you’re a tourist or just starting out, this is the book for you.
Book #2: Audio and Exercise Integration
The second book I got is another old gem. This one came with CDs featuring audio conversations. It was great for listening practice and included exercises to reinforce what you heard. Writing down the exercises and listening to the audio helped me improve both my listening and writing skills in Greek.
Book #3: Learning on My Honeymoon
This book has a special place in my heart because I bought it just before my wedding. I took it with me on my honeymoon in Milos, where I spent almost a month immersing myself in the Greek language. This book is packed with useful phrases and vocabulary. It’s almost like a visual dictionary, making it great for visual learners like myself.
Book #4: The Trusty Dictionary
A good dictionary is always handy. I got this one early on in my learning journey. While digital tools like Google Translate are convenient, having a physical Oxford dictionary was invaluable for in-depth study and understanding of nuanced meanings.
Book #5: The Hardcore Greek Course
For those looking for a challenge, this book is for you. I used it while attending the Hellenic Centre in London. This book is entirely in Greek, with no translations, making it necessary to have a teacher guide you through it. It was tough, but the exercises were incredibly beneficial. This book, along with its companion exercise book, really pushed my Greek to the next level.
Modern Tools and Additional Resources
Nowadays, there are plenty of digital resources like Duolingo that can supplement your learning. I wish I had access to such tools back when I started. Over the years, platforms like YouTube and Instagram have become rich sources of language-learning content. I’ve connected with several Greek teachers on Instagram who are doing amazing work teaching Greek to English speakers. I’ll leave their links below so you can check them out and see if their teaching methods suit your learning style.
Remember, learning a new language takes time and effort—there are no shortcuts. But with the right resources and dedication, you can achieve fluency.
Resources:
- [Book #1: Beginner’s Greek Guide]
- [Book #2: Greek with Audio Exercises]
- [Book #3: Visual Greek Dictionary]
- [Book #4: Oxford Greek Dictionary]
- [Book #5: Advanced Greek Course]
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I’d like to hear from you about the similarities and experances you’ve had between South American cultures and Greek cultures.
I lived in Equqador for three years and returned back to the states due to my health
relatively recently. Thank you, and best of luck.
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