How to prepare for the Greek Certificate of Attainment

The Certificate of Attainment in Greek, known as Ellinomatheia, is the official way to prove your Greek. Our guide to the certificate explains what it is. This one is about getting ready for it, and our Ellinomatheia preparation path lists the steps.

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What you will be assessed on

The Centre for the Greek Language issues the certificate at levels from A1 to C2. According to the official information, it covers reading, listening, writing, speaking, and vocabulary and grammar. It is taken on paper, and it is often used for study and work.

Reading the alphabet first

Learn to read Greek letters aloud before anything else. It takes days rather than months, and it gives you a way to connect spelling with sound from the start.

A study routine

  1. Take a free Greek level test to find your level.
  2. Learn 16 words a day with spaced repetition, each noun with its article.
  3. Write by hand, because the exam is on paper and handwriting in a new alphabet takes practice.
  4. Practise full sentences to get used to case endings and verb forms.
  5. Use the official sample papers for your level.
  6. Find an exam centre, and check its dates.

Writing by hand deserves real practice

Many learners now type almost everything. A paper exam punishes that habit, as hand-written Greek is slow at first and fatigue sets in quickly. Copy a short paragraph by hand a few times a week. Fluency in forming the letters frees your attention for grammar and content.

Greek from your own level

Choose your goal, and 16Word builds your path of words, sentences and dialogues.

16Word's paths stop at B2. For C1 and C2, you will need advanced Greek material as well.

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Certificate of Attainment in Greek: frequently asked questions

What levels does the certificate cover?

From A1 to C2.

Is the exam on paper?

Yes.

What does it assess?

Reading, listening, writing, speaking, and vocabulary and grammar.

Where can I see sample papers?

On the official samples page.

What is the certificate used for?

Often for study and work.

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