ακόμ(α/η) εκεί να (μη) + verb

Translations

• they still don't...
• even now they don't...
• to this day they don't...

Literal Translation

still there to not ask

Forms

Usage Notes

The phrase requires reference to a previously mentioned context. 'Εκεί' is not literal but anaphoric. Often followed by negative constructions (μη/μην + verb). Expresses speaker's attitude of criticism or disbelief.

Etymology

From ακόμα/ακόμη (still) + εκεί (there, used metaphorically for 'in that situation/context') + να (subjunctive particle). The 'εκεί' refers back to a previously mentioned situation or time period.

Cultural Context

Used to express criticism or amazement that a practice or behavior continues unchanged from a past situation to the present. Often used when commenting on outdated or unfair practices that persist.

• Think 'still there' = 'still in that same situation'
• Remember εκεί doesn't mean physical location here, but refers back to the context