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Introduction

Welcome to the lesson on colors and shapes in Polish! In this lesson, you will learn the names of colors and common shapes in the Polish language. Having a good vocabulary of colors and shapes is essential for describing objects and expressing yourself in everyday situations. So let's dive in and explore the vibrant world of Polish vocabulary!

Colors in Polish

Colors add beauty and variety to our world. In Polish, colors are expressed through words that represent different shades and hues. Here are some of the most common colors you will come across:

Polish	Pronunciation	English Translation
Czerwony	[ˈt͡ʂɛrvɔnɨ]	Red
Niebieski	[ɲeˈbʲɛskʲi]	Blue
Zielony	[ʑɛˈlɔnɨ]	Green
Żółty	[ˈʒuw.tɨ]	Yellow
Pomarańczowy	[pɔ.maˈraɲ.t͡ʂɔ.vɨ]	Orange
Fioletowy	[fʲi.lɛˈtɔ.vɨ]	Purple
Różowy	[ˈruʒɔ.vɨ]	Pink
Brązowy	[ˈbrɔ̃.zɔ.vɨ]	Brown
Biały	[ˈbʲa.wɨ]	White
Czarny	[ˈt͡ʂar.nɨ]	Black

These are just a few examples, and there are many more colors to discover. Polish colors, like in any other language, can be used to describe objects, express preferences, or even convey emotions. For example, if you want to say "I like blue", you would say "Lubię niebieski".

Shapes in Polish

Shapes are everywhere around us, and being able to name them in Polish will greatly enhance your ability to describe objects and environments. Here are some common shapes and their names in Polish:

Polish	Pronunciation	English Translation
Koło	[ˈkɔ.wɔ]	Circle
Kwadrat	[ˈkva.drat]	Square
Trójkąt	[ˈtruj.kɔnt]	Triangle
Prostokąt	[prɔˈstɔ.kɔnt]	Rectangle
Owal	[ˈɔ.val]	Oval
Sześciokąt	[ʂɛɕˈt͡ɕɔ.kɔnt]	Hexagon
Romb	[rɔmb]	Rhombus
Trapez	[ˈtra.pɛs]	Trapezoid
Okrąg	[ˈɔ.krɔŋk]	Circle
Pięciokąt	[pʲɛɲˈt͡ɕɔ.kɔnt]	Pentagon

Knowing the names of shapes will allow you to describe objects more precisely and communicate more effectively in Polish. For example, if you want to say "The table is square", you would say "Stół jest kwadratowy".

Quiz

Now that you have learned some colors and shapes in Polish, it's time to test your knowledge with a quick quiz. Match the Polish words with their corresponding English translations:

1. Czerwony 2. Zielony 3. Niebieski 4. Kwadrat 5. Trójkąt

a. Green b. Triangle c. Red d. Blue e. Square

Choose the correct answers below:

• Czerwony - c
• Zielony - a
• Niebieski - d
• Kwadrat - e
• Trójkąt - b

Great job! You're on your way to becoming a pro at Polish colors and shapes!

Conclusion

In this lesson, you have learned the names of colors and common shapes in Polish. Colors and shapes are essential vocabulary when describing objects and expressing preferences. Remember to practice using these words in everyday conversations to reinforce your learning. Keep up the good work and see you in the next lesson!

Table of Contents - Polish Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Polish Alphabet
• Pronunciation Rules

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Questions and Negations

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Noun Gender
• Definite and Indefinite Articles

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationship Status

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Agreement
• Comparative and Superlative

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Food and Dining

• Common Foods
• Eating Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Phrases

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Polish Customs and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Polish Cuisine

Sources

• Kolory i Kształty (Colors and Shapes in Polish) Desk Mat | Learn ...
• Let's Learn Polish: Nuts & Vegetables: Polish Picture Words Book ...

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