Greek · Question Words
μήπως
mípos
Perhaps (question particle)
Intermediateparticle
Definition
A particle that makes a question softer or more polite.
Example
Μήπως ξέρετε πού είναι η τράπεζα;
Do you happen to know where the bank is?
Etymology
'Μήπως' (mípos) combines the ancient particle μή (mē, meaning 'not') and πώς (pós, meaning 'how'), transforming into a form of expression used for uncertainty. Its form has remained stable through time.
How & Where It’s Used
'Μήπως' functions as a softener for questions, primarily used in informal spoken contexts. It is prevalent in everyday conversations across Greece.