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Three main periods marked significant English language influence:
1. Post-WWII American influence (1950s-60s)
2. Technology and pop culture boom (1980s-90s)
3. Digital age and globalization (2000s-present)
Each wave brought distinct vocabulary and cultural elements.

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There's an ongoing debate in Greek society between language purists who advocate for 'keeping Greek pure' and those who see English loanwords as necessary for modernization. This tension reflects broader discussions about Greek identity in a globalized world.

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English loanwords undergo systematic phonological changes to fit Greek pronunciation patterns. For example:
- 'computer' → 'κομπιούτερ' (kompiouter)
- 'interface' → 'ιντερφέις' (interfeis)
These adaptations follow predictable patterns in Greek phonology.

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Young Greeks frequently mix English words into their Greek conversations, creating a distinct linguistic identity. This 'Greenglish' phenomenon is especially prevalent in urban areas and on social media, where it serves as a marker of modernity and international connectivity.

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Greek advertising and media frequently employ English loanwords to appear modern and international. Common examples include:
- OK (οκέι)
- Super (σούπερ)
- Weekend (γουίκεντ)
This trend reflects the perceived prestige of English in commercial contexts.

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As Greece continues to integrate with global digital culture, English loanwords are likely to increase, especially in emerging fields like artificial intelligence and social media. However, there's also a growing movement to create Greek alternatives for new technological terms.

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Sociopolitical Context & History of English in Greece 🇬🇷 

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Sociopolitical Context & History of English in Greece 🇬🇷 

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Kouraki (2021)

1) Pre-Independence Era (1815–1864)

2) Post-Colonial Influence & Education (1865–1944)

3) Post-WWII and EU Integration (1945–present)

Tsagouria (2005)

1) Post-WWII Influence

2) Media and Technology

3) Education and Employment

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1. Vowel Sounds

No distinction between /ɪ/ and /iː/

/æ/ pronounced as [a] or [e]

/ɚ/ pronounced as the closest vowel

2. Consonant Sounds

Difficulty with /h/ (too weak; Greek χ is stronger, like clearing the throat)

/tʃ/ and /dʒ/ replaced by [ts] and [dz]

/ʃ/ replaced by [s]

/ʒ/ replaced by [z]

Nasals (/ŋ/) pronounced as [n] or [ŋɡ]

3. Stress & Rhythm

Syllable-timed rhythm

Stress shifts

4. Intonation

Limited pitch variation

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The relationship between Greek and English languages intensified after World War II, particularly during the period of rapid globalization. The Marshall Plan, increasing tourism, and Greece's entry into the European Union in 1981 created multiple channels for English influence on Modern Greek.

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English loanwords are particularly common in:
1. Technology (e.g., σκάνερ - scanner)
2. Entertainment (e.g., σόου - show)
3. Business (e.g., μπίζνες - business)
4. Social media (e.g., ποστ - post)
These reflect areas where English has global influence.

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A Battle between Globalization & Tradition (AUDIO)

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A Battle between Globalization & Tradition (AUDIO)

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Linguistic conservatism vs. globalized communication

Generational gaps in language attitudes

National identity concerns in the face of cultural globalization

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In professional contexts, English loanwords often carry prestige and are associated with expertise, particularly in technology, business, and academia. Terms like 'μάνατζερ' (manager) and 'μάρκετινγκ' (marketing) are widely used and accepted.

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This variety of English, sometimes called Greenglish, adapts loanwords and phrases into Greek linguistic systems.

-Verbs inflected with Greek morphology.

Standard American English (SAE): “I scan”

Greek: σκανάρω (scan + Greek verb suffix -άρω)

Nouns are assigned grammatical gender (masculine - feminine - neuter) and case.

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Semantic Adaptations

Narrowing/Broadening: Meanings may shift.

-e.g., "κόμικ" (comic) often refers only to comic strips, not stand-up comedy.

Calques (AKA "loan translation"): Direct translations of English phrases.

-e.g., "δωρεάν λήψη" (free download).

Domains of Borrowing

Loanwords cluster in:

Technology: "ιντερνέτ" (internet), "σμαρτφόν" (smartphone).

Business/Pop Culture: "μάρκετινγκ" (marketing), "ρέιβ" (rave).

Everyday Life: "τζιν" (jeans), "σάντουιτς" (sandwich).

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Example Video (posted on July 5th, 2020)

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Example Video (posted on July 5th, 2020)

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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/buFBLQXpS-k

"It was a very difficult period for us. The quarantine affect us, of course. But...we try harder. We give our best. So, we have a difficult season to finish, and we continue as a team, thank you very much."

Phonological Characteristics (Pronunciation)

1. Vowel Substitutions: Greek does not distinguish between many English vowel sounds

2. Consonant Substitutions

3. Stress and Syllable Timing

Morphosyntactic Characteristics (Grammar & Structure)

-Prepositions

-Word Order

Lexical Characteristics (Word Choice)

-Direct Translations from Greek

-Missing Auxiliaries

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English loanwords in Greek show systematic adaptation to Greek phonology and grammar, while some retain foreign traits (such as their latin-alphabet spellings). Their prevalence reflects globalization, especially in media, tech and youth culture.

(See examples of images and videos in following tabs).

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email

Οκέι = OK (the English letter-pronunciation spelled out in Greek)

σάιτ = site (website) [neuter grammatical gender]

κλικάρω [κλικ + -άρω] = to click

newsletter

λίστα [λιστ = list + -α] -- η λίστα [feminine grammatical gender]

τα πακέτα [πακέτ + -α] = the packets

(το πακέτο = the packet / τα πακέτα = the packets---neuter grammatical gender / singular & plural forms)

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Medical / Cosmetic terminology included in Greek text in original English liguistic form or not. For example, "Πότε να βάλω fillers και πότε να προτιμήσω LASER;" = "When to put fillers and when to choose laser?" I remember growing up and seeing the word "laser" spelled in Greek "λέιζερ."

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Athletic terminology included in Greek text in original English liguistic form or not. For example: όφσάιντ = off-side, πέναλτι = penalty, Champions League.

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Culinary article

"σεφ" = chef [ /ʃɛf/ → [sɛf] -- Palatal fronting

"ΠΟΠ" = pop (popular)

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Why does Alex Antetokounmpo have not accent!?! | Thanalysis

"THERE IS NO FAILURE IN SPORTS" 💪 Giannis Antetokounmpo delivers INSPIRING MESSAGE after Bucks exit!

There is no failure in sports! [Because Gianni is getting emotional, aka “frustrated,” I can detect his Greek accent even more! Nevertheless, his answer is spot on!]

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1760547117845994

https://www.tiktok.com/@ygvassilakis/video/7124639977786346758?lang=en

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Why does Alex Antetokounmpo have not accent!?! | Thanalysis

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There is no failure in sports! [Because Gianni is getting emotional, aka “frustrated,” I can detect his Greek accent even more! Nevertheless, his answer is spot on!]

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"THERE IS NO FAILURE IN SPORTS" 💪 Giannis Antetokounmpo delivers INSPIRING MESSAGE after Bucks exit!

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Giannis jokes with the Joker at 2021 #NBAAllStar Game! 😂

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Giannis jokes with the Joker at 2021 #NBAAllStar Game! 😂

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I laughed when I heard Gianni using the most used Greek slur word "m......ka!"

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🗣️ Giannis jokes with the Joker at 2021 #NBAAllStar Game! 😂 2025 #NBAAllStar: 8:00pm/et SUNDAY on TNT.

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People from Greece speak English in their native accent.

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IDEA: International Dialects of English Archive | free dialect and accent recordings for the performing arts

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Listen to people from Greece speak English in their native accent and, in some instance, Greek in their native dialect. Please select a sample from the list below.

Greece (Hellas) 1 male, 30s, 1960s, Greek, Pirgos (Pelopónnisos)
Greece (Hellas) 2 male, 35, 1968, Greece (unspecified location) & Australia
Greece (Hellas) 3 female, 18, 1988, Greek, Eion and Lefkada (or Levkas)
Greece (Hellas) 4 male, 20, 1990, Caucasian, Psachna (near Athens) & U.S.
Greece (Hellas) 5 female, 58, 1958, Greek, Athens (Patision)
Greece (Hellas) 6 female, 23, 1997, Greek, Athens

To listen to a podcast on Ancient Greek with IDEA Founder Paul Meier and Professor Rush Rehm, check out the November 2020 edition of In a Manner of Speaking. And for more information on Greece, visit Wikipedia.

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Accents of Greece | IDEA: International Dialects of English Archive

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Listen to people from Greece speak English in their native accent and, in some instance, Greek in their native dialect.

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Koufonikolakou, M. (2021). English borrowings in Modern Greek: A corpus-based study. Academia.edu. https://www.academia.edu/83822657/English_borrowings_in_Modern_Greek_a_corpus_based_study

Kourdis, E., & Koutsogiannis, D. (2021). The influence of English as a global language on Modern Greek online press: Analyzing three journalistic genres with critical discourse analysis. Academia.edu. https://www.academia.edu/52308218/The_Influence_of_English_as_a_Global_Language_on_Modern_Greek_Online_Press_Analyzing_Three_Journalistic_Genres_with_Critical_Discourse_Analysis

Stamou, A. G., & Antonopoulou, E. (2005). The impact of English in Greece. English Today, 21(3), 19-25. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0266078405003056

Kouraki, E. (2021). The impact of a ‘lingua franca’ in the socio-educational, political and multilingual context of Greece. TESL-531 Final Assignment, Bilingualism and Multilingualism in the Language Learning Classroom, University of Nicosia

Tsagouria, P. (2005). The influence of English on Greek: A sociological approach. In G. Anderman & M. Rogers (Eds.), In and out of English: For better, for worse (pp. 97–107). Multilingual Matters. https://doi.org/10.21832/9781853597893-009​

Sklika, E. (2017). The influence of English as a global language on Modern Greek through the Greek online press. University of Edinburgh Linguistics and English Language Postgraduate Conference.

https://www.academia.edu/42747730/The_influence_of_English_as_a_global_language_on_the_Modern_Greek_through_the_Greek_online_press

Katopodi, M. (2024, June 3). Greece’s impressive English proficiency in a globalized landscape. To Vima. https://www.tovima.com/society/greeces-impressive-english-proficiency-in-a-globalized-landscape/

Goutsos, D. (2003). The Impact of English on Greek Language and Culture. Journal of Greek Linguistics, 4(1), 1-28.

https://www.greekpod101.com/blog/2021/05/13/english-loanwords-in-greek/

https://speechstrong.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Phonological-processes.pdf

https://slideplayer.com/slide/4551471/

https://culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/pdf/research/books/nation_branding/English_As_A_Global_Language_-_David_Crystal.pdf

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Positive (+) and Negative (-)

These conflicting ideologies reflect a tension between embracing global trends and preserving linguistic and cultural traditions. ​These perceptions influence how English is used in different contexts, with some embracing it for its global appeal, while others advocate for preserving the purity of the Greek language.​

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Future of English-language-based Education in Greece

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Future of English-language-based Education in Greece

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"The increasing number of English-taught undergraduate programs results from the Greek government's clear priority, specifically the Ministry of Education, for the internationalization of Greek higher education institutions."

Source:

https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/11/01/greek-universities-expand-english-language-degree-programs-10-available-now-more-expected-next-year-to-attract-global-students/

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Future of English-language-based Education in Greece

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Future of English-language-based Education in Greece

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"The increasing number of English-taught undergraduate programs results from the Greek government's clear priority, specifically the Ministry of Education, for the internationalization of Greek higher education institutions."

Source:

https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/11/01/greek-universities-expand-english-language-degree-programs-10-available-now-more-expected-next-year-to-attract-global-students/

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"English has repeatedly found itself in the right place at the right time."

-David Crystal

Sources:

https://slideplayer.com/slide/4551471/

https://culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/pdf/research/books/nation_branding/English_As_A_Global_Language_-_David_Crystal.pdf

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Key points about David Crystal's views on English as a lingua franca:

Global Impact:
Crystal recognizes English's growing influence as a communication tool in various fields, including international business, academia, and diplomacy.

Non-Native Speakers:
He emphasizes the increasing dominance of non-native speakers in the English language, which influences its evolution and standardization.

Language Variation:
Crystal acknowledges the emergence of new varieties and dialects of English as the language spreads globally, impacting its pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.

Future of English:
While recognizing the inevitable changes, Crystal suggests that English will likely continue to be a dominant global language, though potentially with new forms and variations.

Importance of Local Languages:
Crystal also emphasizes the need to support and preserve indigenous languages, recognizing their cultural and community significance.

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Sociopolitical & Historical Context (AUDIO)

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Sociopolitical & Historical Context (AUDIO)

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Kachru's 3 Circles:

Greece is placed in the "Expanding Circle"

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Greek English vs. Standard American English (AUDIO)

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Greek English vs. Standard American English (AUDIO)