The Greek language is probably the oldest in Europe with an oral tradition going back some 4000 years.
The Modern Greek is very different from Ancient Greek, although much is still spelt the same. Pronunciation however has changed between Modern Demotic Greek and the purer (Katherevousa) Greek which is much closer to Classical Greek.
Today Demotic Greek is the ordinary spoken language. It is the result of much development and is now used in modern literature and newspapers. In the remote villages local and insular dialects are spoken although In the majority of areas English is spoken practically everywhere and the people are willing to help.
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