μια φορά κι έναν καιρό

Translations

• once upon a time

Forms

Usage Notes

Fixed expression always used at the beginning of traditional stories and fairy tales

Etymology

Traditional story-telling opening phrase found in Greek folklore and fairy tales

Cultural Context

Universal story-opening phrase in Greek culture, equivalent to 'once upon a time' in English fairy tales

• Think of 'one time and one season' - the literal translation helps remember this is about time