το σκάω

Translations

• to run away
• to escape
• to flee

Forms

Usage Notes

Usually conjugated in past tense. The 'το' remains unchanged

Etymology

From σκάω (to burst) + το (it). Originally meant 'to burst it', evolved to mean escaping quickly

Cultural Context

Very common colloquial expression, especially used for children or teenagers running away or people escaping from duties/responsibilities

• Think of 'scat' in English - to go away quickly
• σκάω sounds like 'scatter'