Although you will not have any difficulties communicating with the locals in English, it is always pleasant to be able to say a few things in the native language. Here are some phrases that you might find useful during your stay on Crete. Click on the Greek word to play the audio file.
| Kalimera | Good morning |
| Kalispera | Good evening |
| Kalinichta | Good night |
| Efcharisto | Thank you |
| Parakalo | Please & you are welcome |
| Gia sas | Hi |
| Gia mas | Cheers |
| Ti kanete | How are you |
| Kala | Fine (good) |
| Poso kani | How much does it cost |
| Logariasmo parakalo | The bill please |
| Paralia | Beach |
| Pou ine... | Where is... |
| To tachidromio | The post-office |
| I (pronounced "ee") trapeza | The bank |
| To farmakio | The Pharmacy |
| To xenodochio | The hotel |
| To palio limani | The old (venetian) harbor |