Ευχές για τις Πανελλήνιες! (Wishes for the Panhellenic Exams!)

The Panhellenic Exams are a significant milestone in the lives of Greek students. It’s a time filled with intense studying, pressure, and anticipation. Sending heartfelt wishes during this period can provide much-needed encouragement and support.

Here are some ways to express your “ευχές” (wishes) for success:

Simple and Sincere Wishes

These are classic and always appreciated:

• Καλή επιτυχία! (Kali epitihia!) – Good luck!
• Ό,τι καλύτερο! (O,ti kalytero!) – All the best!
• Σου εύχομαι καλή επιτυχία στις εξετάσεις! (Sou ehomai kali epitihia stis exetaseis!) – I wish you good luck on your exams!

Encouraging and Motivational Wishes

These wishes focus on boosting confidence and reducing anxiety:

• Έχεις δουλέψει πολύ σκληρά, είμαι σίγουρος/η ότι θα τα πας τέλεια! (Eheis doulepsei poly sklira, eimai sigouros/i oti tha ta pas teleia!) – You’ve worked very hard, I’m sure you’ll do great!
• Πίστεψε στον εαυτό σου και στις δυνατότητές σου! (Pisteepse ston eafto sou kai stis dynatotites sou!) – Believe in yourself and your abilities!
• Μην αγχώνεσαι, κάνε ό,τι καλύτερο μπορείς! (Min ahoniesai, kane o,ti kalytero boreis!) – Don’t stress, just do your best!
• Ό,τι και να γίνει, είμαστε περήφανοι για εσένα! (O,ti kai na ginei, eimaste perifanoi gia esena!) – Whatever happens, we are proud of you!
• Να θυμάσαι ότι οι εξετάσεις δεν σε καθορίζουν σαν άνθρωπο. (Na thymasai oti oi exetaseis den se kathorizoun san anthropo.) – Remember that the exams don’t define you as a person.

Specific and Personalized Wishes

Tailoring your wishes shows you’ve been paying attention to their efforts and goals:

• Εύχομαι να πετύχεις στην σχολή που επιθυμείς! (Euhomai na petyheis stin sholi pou epithymeis!) – I wish you success in getting into the school you desire!
• Ξέρω πόσο θέλεις να μπεις στην [ειδικότητα], είμαι σίγουρος/η ότι θα τα καταφέρεις! (Xero poso theleis na mpeis stin [eidikotita], eimai sigouros/i oti tha ta katafereis!) – I know how much you want to get into [major], I’m sure you will succeed!
• Καλή δύναμη και κουράγιο για την τελευταία ευθεία! (Kali dynami kai kouragio gia tin teleytaia eytheia!) – Good strength and courage for the final stretch!

Beyond Words: Actions Speak Louder

Sometimes, actions speak louder than words. Offer practical support like:

• Bringing them a meal or snack.
• Offering a quiet place to study.
• Listening to their anxieties without judgment.
• Reminding them to take breaks and get enough sleep.

Ultimately, the best “ευχές” are those that come from the heart. Let the students know you believe in them and are there for them, regardless of the outcome.

Καλή επιτυχία σε όλους τους υποψήφιους! (Kali epitihia se olous tous ypopsifious!) – Good luck to all the candidates!