κιόλας
Lemma: κιόλας
Translation: already; even; as well (adverb)
Etymology: Compound of και (and) + όλας (all)
Mnemonics
- Think of 'key-oh-las' as 'key already' - when you have the key, you already have access
Related Words, Phrases & Idioms
Cultural Context
Very commonly used in everyday speech to emphasize that something has happened sooner than expected or to add emphasis to a statement
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While both mean 'already', κιόλας is more informal and often carries more emphasis
Confused word:
Έχω ήδη φάει.
I have already eaten.
Notes: κιόλας is more conversational and can express surprise or impatience
Mnemonic: κιόλας has more emotional emphasis, ήδη is more neutral