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Τι σημαίνει «μήνας»; (What does 'minas' mean?)
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Key Facts: Ellinomatheia A1 Exam
The Ellinomatheia A1 tests beginner Modern Greek across reading, listening, writing, and speaking at certified centres worldwide — the official Greek state language certificate at CEFR A1 level.
Sample Ellinomatheia A1 Practice Questions
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1Διαβάζεις αυτή την αγγελία: «Καφετέρια Ελλάδα — Ανοιχτά κάθε μέρα 8:00–22:00». (You read this sign: 'Cafeteria Ellada — Open every day 8:00–22:00'.) Τι ώρα κλείνει η καφετέρια; (What time does the cafeteria close?)
2Ακούς: «— Καλημέρα! Πώς σε λένε; — Με λένε Μαρία. Κι εσένα; — Εμένα με λένε Νίκος.» (You hear: '— Good morning! What is your name? — My name is Maria. And you? — My name is Nikos.') Πώς λένε τον άντρα; (What is the man's name?)
3Διαβάζεις αυτό το σημείωμα: «Σήμερα δεν έχει μάθημα. Το μάθημα είναι αύριο στις 10:00.» (You read this note: 'Today there is no class. The class is tomorrow at 10:00.') Πότε είναι το μάθημα; (When is the class?)
4Επίλεξε τη σωστή απάντηση. (Choose the correct answer.) «Η Άννα _____ στην Αθήνα.» (Anna _____ in Athens.)
5Τι σημαίνει η λέξη «φαρμακείο»; (What does the word 'farmakeio' mean?)
6Ακούς στο ραδιόφωνο: «Αύριο ο καιρός θα είναι ηλιόλουστος. Θερμοκρασία: 28 βαθμοί.» (You hear on the radio: 'Tomorrow the weather will be sunny. Temperature: 28 degrees.') Τι καιρό θα κάνει αύριο; (What will the weather be like tomorrow?)
7Επίλεξε τη σωστή λέξη. (Choose the correct word.) «Αυτό είναι _____ τσάντα μου.» (This is _____ bag of mine.)
8Διαβάζεις ένα email: «Γεια σου Κώστα! Πώς είσαι; Εγώ είμαι καλά. Φιλιά, Σοφία.» (You read an email: 'Hello Kostas! How are you? I am fine. Kisses, Sofia.') Ποιος γράφει το email; (Who writes the email?)
9Τι σημαίνει «Καλημέρα»; (What does 'Kalimera' mean?)
10Ακούς: «Το βιβλιοπωλείο είναι κλειστό την Κυριακή.» (You hear: 'The bookshop is closed on Sunday.') Πότε είναι κλειστό το βιβλιοπωλείο; (When is the bookshop closed?)
About the Ellinomatheia A1 Exam
The Certificate of Attainment in Greek A1 (Πιστοποιητικό Ελληνομάθειας Α1) is the entry-level certificate in the Ellinomatheia series, administered by the Centre for the Greek Language (ΚΕΓ) — the only Greek state authority that certifies knowledge of Modern Greek as a foreign language. At A1, candidates demonstrate the ability to understand and use very basic Greek expressions and phrases in familiar everyday contexts: greetings, personal introductions, simple shopping, basic directions, numbers, and short written notices. The exam covers four skills — reading, listening, writing, and speaking — and is offered once a year in mid-May at over 165 examination centres worldwide. The A1 certificate is recognised by Greek universities, public bodies, and institutions in Europe and the USA.
Questions
50 scored questions
Time Limit
Reading: ~30–45 min; Listening: ~20–30 min; Writing: ~30 min; Speaking: ~10–15 min.
Passing Score
Pass required in all four components (reading, listening, writing, speaking).
Exam Fee
€90 per sitting (2026); varies by examination centre. (Centre for the Greek Language (Κέντρο Ελληνικής Γλώσσας / ΚΕΓ), Thessaloniki, Greece.)
Ellinomatheia A1 Exam Content Outline
Reading (Κατανόηση γραπτού λόγου)
Short A1 texts — signs, messages, notices, emails — MCQ testing specific information and main idea.
Listening (Κατανόηση προφορικού λόγου)
Short A1 dialogues and announcements — MCQ testing key details from greetings, transactions, and announcements.
Writing (Παραγωγή γραπτού λόγου)
Simple A1 writing tasks: completing forms, writing a short note or postcard.
Speaking (Παραγωγή προφορικού λόγου)
Oral interaction with an examiner: self-introduction, answering simple questions, simple transactions.
How to Pass the Ellinomatheia A1 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Pass required in all four components (reading, listening, writing, speaking).
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: Reading: ~30–45 min; Listening: ~20–30 min; Writing: ~30 min; Speaking: ~10–15 min.
- Exam fee: €90 per sitting (2026); varies by examination centre.
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ellinomatheia A1 certificate?
The Ellinomatheia A1 (Πιστοποιητικό Ελληνομάθειας Α1) is the beginner-level certificate in Modern Greek as a foreign language, issued by the Centre for the Greek Language (ΚΕΓ) — the official Greek state body for Greek language certification. It certifies CEFR A1 competence: the ability to understand and use very basic Greek expressions and familiar everyday phrases. The exam tests four skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking.
When and where is the Ellinomatheia A1 exam held?
The exam is held once per year in mid-May at over 165 certified examination centres in Greece and worldwide, including Hellenic-American educational institutions, Greek Orthodox community schools, and official cultural organisations. Candidates should contact their nearest certified centre (or visit greek-language.gr) for the exact venue, registration deadline (typically February–March), and exam date.
How much does the Ellinomatheia A1 exam cost?
The exam fee is approximately €90 per sitting (2026), though the exact amount may vary slightly by examination centre. Fees cover all four components — reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Candidates pay at their registered centre during the enrolment period.
What grammar and vocabulary is tested at A1?
A1 covers: present tense of common verbs (είμαι, έχω, πάω, μένω, πίνω, τρώω), definite articles (ο/η/το) and noun gender, personal pronouns (εγώ, εσύ, αυτός/αυτή), question words (πού, τι, πώς, πόσο), numbers 1–100, days of the week, months, basic time expressions (σήμερα, αύριο, χθες), colours, family members, common professions, food and drink, places in a city (φαρμακείο, ξενοδοχείο, σχολείο), and greetings and courtesy phrases.
Is the Ellinomatheia A1 certificate officially recognised?
Yes. The Ellinomatheia certificate is the only Modern Greek proficiency certificate issued by the Greek state (through ΚΕΓ) and is internationally recognised. It is accepted for university admission applications in Greece and is acknowledged by Greek public bodies, Hellenic cultural organisations, and employers in Greece and in the Greek diaspora. The A1 level proves basic communication ability in Greek.
How is the Ellinomatheia A1 different from the children's A1 exam?
The Centre for the Greek Language offers two separate A1 examinations: one for children aged 8–12 (A1 for children) and one for adolescents and adults. Both test the same CEFR A1 competence level, but the topics, texts, and speaking tasks are calibrated to the respective age group. Teenagers and adults should register for the adolescents/adults version. OpenExamPrep practice questions target the adolescents and adults exam.