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I am thrilled to share with you some helpful travel phrases in Polish! In this lesson, you will learn how to ask for directions, buy tickets, and handle emergencies while traveling in Poland. | |||
< | <span link>Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Trees|Trees]] & [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Modes-of-Transportation|Modes of Transportation]].</span> | ||
==Asking for Directions== | |||
One of the very first things you will need to know as a traveler in Poland is how to ask for directions. Here are some of the most useful phrases and expressions to get you to your destination: | One of the very first things you will need to know as a traveler in Poland is how to ask for directions. Here are some of the most useful phrases and expressions to get you to your destination: | ||
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* Po której stronie jest ratusz? (Which side is the town hall?) | * Po której stronie jest ratusz? (Which side is the town hall?) | ||
==Buying Tickets== | |||
Another significant part of traveling in Poland is buying tickets for the mode of transportation you need. Here are some useful expressions to help you with that: | Another significant part of traveling in Poland is buying tickets for the mode of transportation you need. Here are some useful expressions to help you with that: | ||
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* Czy mogę zapłacić kartą za bilet lotniczy? (Can I pay by card for an airplane ticket?) | * Czy mogę zapłacić kartą za bilet lotniczy? (Can I pay by card for an airplane ticket?) | ||
==Dealing with Emergencies== | |||
While no one wants to think about emergencies while traveling, it's essential to know how to handle them just in case. Here are some vital phrases you should remember: | While no one wants to think about emergencies while traveling, it's essential to know how to handle them just in case. Here are some vital phrases you should remember: | ||
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* Zagubiłem portfel. Co powinienem zrobić? (I lost my wallet. What should I do?) | * Zagubiłem portfel. Co powinienem zrobić? (I lost my wallet. What should I do?) | ||
==Conclusion== | |||
Traveling can be overwhelming, even when you speak the language. However, knowing the right travel phrases can make all the difference. In this lesson, you learned some helpful Polish expressions for asking for directions, buying tickets, and handling emergencies. Keep practicing, and before you know it, you'll be speaking like a pro! | Traveling can be overwhelming, even when you speak the language. However, knowing the right travel phrases can make all the difference. In this lesson, you learned some helpful Polish expressions for asking for directions, buying tickets, and handling emergencies. Keep practicing, and before you know it, you'll be speaking like a pro! | ||
<span link>Finished this lesson? Check out these related lessons: [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Idiomatic-Expressions|Idiomatic Expressions]] & [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Family|Family]].</span> | |||
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Revision as of 23:31, 27 March 2023
I am thrilled to share with you some helpful travel phrases in Polish! In this lesson, you will learn how to ask for directions, buy tickets, and handle emergencies while traveling in Poland.
Take some time to dive into these other pages after completing this lesson: Trees & Modes of Transportation.
Asking for Directions
One of the very first things you will need to know as a traveler in Poland is how to ask for directions. Here are some of the most useful phrases and expressions to get you to your destination:
Polish | Pronunciation | English |
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Gdzie jest...? | gdʑɛ jɛst | Where is...? |
Jak dojść do...? | jak dɔjɕtɕ dɔ | How to get to...? |
Po którym to stronie? | pɔ kʲʊrɨm tɔ ˈstrɔɲɛ | Which side is it? |
Skąd tramwaj nr...? | skɔnt ˈtramvaj nʲr | Where does the tram no... come from? |
Ile czasu zajmie mi dotarcie tam? | ˈilɛ ˈtʂasʊ ˈzajmjɛ mi dɔˈtarʦɛ tam | How long does it take to get there? |
To put these phrases in action, here are some example questions:
- Gdzie jest dworzec kolejowy? (Where is the train station?)
- Jak dojść do muzeum narodowego? (How to get to the National Museum?)
- Po której stronie jest ratusz? (Which side is the town hall?)
Buying Tickets
Another significant part of traveling in Poland is buying tickets for the mode of transportation you need. Here are some useful expressions to help you with that:
Polish | Pronunciation | English |
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Poproszę bilet do... | pɔpˈrɔʂɛ ˈbʲilɛt dɔ | Can I have a ticket to...? |
Ile kosztuje bilet do...? | ˈilɛ kɔʂˈtujɛ ˈbʲilɛt dɔ | How much does the ticket to... cost? |
Czy mogę zapłacić kartą? | ʧɨ ˈmɔɡɛ zapˈlatɕ karta | Can I pay by card? |
Poproszę o rozkład jazdy. | pɔpˈrɔʂɛ ɔ rɔsˌklad ˈjaʒdɨ | Can I have a timetable please? |
Here are some example sentences:
- Poproszę bilet do Krakowa. (Can I have a ticket to Krakow?)
- Ile kosztuje bilet do Warszawy? (How much is the ticket to Warsaw?)
- Czy mogę zapłacić kartą za bilet lotniczy? (Can I pay by card for an airplane ticket?)
Dealing with Emergencies
While no one wants to think about emergencies while traveling, it's essential to know how to handle them just in case. Here are some vital phrases you should remember:
Polish | Pronunciation | English |
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Pomocy! | pɔˈmɔtɕɨ | Help! |
Jesteś ratownikiem? | ˈjɛstɛɕ raˈtɔvɲkʲɛm | Are you a paramedic? |
Policja! | pɔˈlit͡sja | Police! |
Zagubiłem portfel. | zaˈɡubʲilɛm ˈpɔrtfɛl | I lost my wallet. |
Potrzebuję pomocy. | pɔtˈʂɛbujɛ pɔˈmɔtɕɨ | I need help. |
Here are some sample sentences:
- Pomocy! Mój przyjaciel jest chory. (Help! My friend is sick.)
- Jesteś ratownikiem? Mój syn ma astmę. (Are you a paramedic? My son has asthma.)
- Zagubiłem portfel. Co powinienem zrobić? (I lost my wallet. What should I do?)
Conclusion
Traveling can be overwhelming, even when you speak the language. However, knowing the right travel phrases can make all the difference. In this lesson, you learned some helpful Polish expressions for asking for directions, buying tickets, and handling emergencies. Keep practicing, and before you know it, you'll be speaking like a pro!
Finished this lesson? Check out these related lessons: Idiomatic Expressions & Family.
Videos
20 Travel Phrases You Should Know in Polish - YouTube
All Travel Phrases You Need in Polish! Learn Polish in 35 Minutes ...
Other Lessons
- Computer
- Cooking
- Camping
- Advanced Technology Vocabulary
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Weather
- Directions
- Birds
- Nature
- Education
Sources
- PolishPod101's Essential Polish Travel Phrase Guide
- Polish Vocabulary: Travelling & Leisure Time | Mówić po polsku
- Polish Phrase Book | Expressions for Visitors to Krakow