παίρνω είδηση (X)

verbal phrase neutral
Translations
  • to notice
  • to realize
  • to become aware of
Forms
πήρε είδησηπαίρνω είδηση
Usage Notes

Usually used in past tense. Can be followed by ότι clause

Etymology

Combination of παίρνω (take) and είδηση (news/information)

Cultural Context

Very common in everyday Greek speech

Commonality

80%

Guessability

20%

Mnemonics

  • Think of 'taking notice' - similar concept in English

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