ξεφαντώνω

Translations

• to revel
• to celebrate wildly
• to have a great time

Literal Translation

the world was reveling

Forms

Usage Notes

Often used in the imperfect tense to describe ongoing celebration. Can be used with a subject like 'ο κόσμος' (the people) or as a personal verb ('ξεφαντώσαμε' - we reveled).

Etymology

From the Ancient Greek 'ξεφαντώνω' (xefantóno), derived from 'ξε-' (xe-, intensive prefix) + 'φαντώνω' (fantóno, to appear, to show)

Cultural Context

Often used in the context of celebrations, parties, and festivities in Greek culture, especially weddings and other social gatherings

• Think of 'fan' in 'ξεφαντώνω' as in 'fantastic time' - having such a good time that it's fantastic
• The 'ξε' prefix often intensifies actions in Greek - here it intensifies the celebration