παίρνω είδηση (κάποιον/κάτι)

Translations

• to notice
• to become aware of
• to catch on to

Forms

Usage Notes

Usually used in past tense. Can be used with both direct objects (people/things being noticed) and indirect objects

Etymology

Combination of παίρνω (take) and είδηση (news/notice), literally 'to take notice'

Cultural Context

Very common in everyday Greek, used both in formal and informal situations

• Think of 'taking notice' - similar concept in English
• είδηση is related to 'idea' - getting an idea about something