FAQs

  • Cyprusays is the world’s first app dedicated to teaching Cypriot Greek - the dialect spoken with warmth and character across the island of Cyprus. Designed by Greek-Cypriots for the global community, it combines native audio, listen-speak-learn lessons, and the world’s first Reading & Pronunciation Guide for the Cypriot Greek alphabet. Built with AI speech recognition, Cyprusays helps learners build real-world confidence in speaking, listening and understanding authentic Cypriot Greek.

  • Yes. Cypriot Greek shares its roots with Standard Modern Greek but has a distinct rhythm, pronunciation and vocabulary shaped by centuries of island culture. You’ll hear words, idioms and tones that make it unmistakably Cypriot.

    Cyprusays was developed in collaboration with Greek-Cypriot Professors and Linguists who have studied the dialect at an academic level, ensuring every lesson reflects how the language is spoken in modern-day Cyprus. Like all living languages, Cypriot Greek has evolved over time; so some words or spellings may differ from how older generations remember them. If your Yiayia or Pappou says it another way, they’re not wrong; the language has simply evolved and Cyprusays content teaches how Greek-Cypriots speak today.

  • Cyprusays is for anyone who wants to learn Cypriot Greek. Whether you’re part of the Cypriot diaspora, reconnecting with family roots, studying Greek, or live and work in Cyprus. The app is designed for all ages and language levels, from total beginners to those who want to grow their vocabulary and polish pronunciation. It’s more than a language course; it’s a way to preserve, celebrate and pass on Cypriot heritage to the next generation.

  • Not at all. Cyprusays is designed for complete beginners, even if you’ve never studied Greek before. Each lesson introduces Cypriot Greek through English translations, native pronunciation, and guided repetition so you can follow along step by step. You’ll pick up essential words, sounds, and phrases naturally — no prior language knowledge needed. And if you already speak Greek, Cyprusays helps you recognise the unique expressions, tone, and rhythm that make Cypriot Greek its own beautiful dialect.

  • Learning Cypriot Greek with Cyprusays is simple and interactive. Each lesson includes native-speaker audio, listen-speak-learn practice and instant feedback using speech recognition. You’ll follow a structured path that introduces vocabulary, phrases and pronunciation in everyday context. The app also includes a Reading & Pronunciation Guide for the Cypriot alphabet, making it easy to follow along at your own pace. There’s also a Phrasebook that grows with every learnt word or phrase, allowing practice through repetition. Every feature is built to help you speak with confidence.

  • Cyprusays is available for iPhone, Android and Desktop users. You can download it from the App Store & Google Play or access the web version directly from our official website. Whether you’re on your phone, tablet or computer, your progress stays in sync so you can keep learning anywhere. Search “Cyprusays” to start learning Cypriot Greek today.

  • You can access Cyprusays for free with limited lessons and features. To unlock the full app with features including all Beginner & Intermediate content, the Reading & Pronunciation Guide, Phrasebook and Triple Points Booster, subscribe to a Cyprusays Pro monthly or yearly plan. Cyprusays is ad-free and subscriptions help support the creation of new lessons and features, keeping Cypriot Greek alive for future generations.

  • Cyprusays was founded by Iphigenia ‘Effie’ Athanassiou, an Australian-born Greek Cypriot, and her husband Konstantinos ‘Costas’ Athanassiou, an entrepreneur passionate about heritage and innovation. Together, they built a global team of linguists, sound engineers and developers to bring the Cypriot Greek dialect to life through technology. Their mission is simple: preserve and celebrate Cypriot Greek globally and make learning it easy and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Yes. Once you’ve subscribed, you can access the full Cyprusays® experience on any device - mobile, tablet or desktop - using the same email address and login details. Your progress and subscription automatically sync across platforms, so you can pick up your lessons anywhere. Whether you start on your phone and continue on your laptop, everything stays up to date.

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