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In this lesson, we will learn common Polish greetings for various situations. Greetings are an essential part of any language and culture, as they help us establish connections, show respect, and make a positive impression. By learning basic Polish greetings, you will be able to greet people in Poland and engage in polite conversations. So let's get started!

Basic Greetings[edit | edit source]

Polish greetings can vary depending on the time of day and the level of formality. Let's start with some basic greetings that you can use in different situations.

Dzień dobry[edit | edit source]

The most common way to say "hello" in Polish is "dzień dobry." This phrase is used during the day and is equivalent to "good day" or "good morning" in English. It is a formal greeting that can be used with anyone, regardless of their age or social status.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Dzień dobry	[dʑɛɲ ˈdɔbrɨ]	Good day / Good morning

Cześć[edit | edit source]

Another common greeting in Polish is "cześć," which is an informal way to say "hello" or "hi." It is used among friends, family members, or people of the same age group. "Cześć" can be used at any time of the day and in casual situations.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Cześć	[tʂɛɕt͡ɕ]	Hello / Hi

Dobry wieczór[edit | edit source]

When the day turns into evening, you can use the greeting "dobry wieczór," which means "good evening" in English. This phrase is more formal than "cześć" and is used when greeting someone in the evening or at night.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Dobry wieczór	[ˈdɔbrɨ ˈvjɛt͡ʂur]	Good evening

Dobranoc[edit | edit source]

To say "goodnight" in Polish, you can use the phrase "dobranoc." It is used before going to bed or when parting with someone in the evening or at night.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Dobranoc	[dɔˈbranɔt͡s]	Goodnight

Do widzenia[edit | edit source]

When it's time to say goodbye or farewell, you can use the phrase "do widzenia." It is a formal way to bid farewell and is equivalent to "goodbye" in English.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Do widzenia	[dɔ vʲiˈd͡zɛɲa]	Goodbye

Pa[edit | edit source]

In informal settings, you can use the word "pa" to say "bye" or "see you" in Polish. It is a casual and commonly used expression among friends or acquaintances.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Pa	[pa]	Bye

Miłego dnia[edit | edit source]

To wish someone a good day, you can say "miłego dnia" in Polish. This phrase is used when parting with someone during the day and is equivalent to "have a nice day" in English.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Miłego dnia	[ˈmʲiwɛɡɔ ˈdɲa]	Have a nice day

Powodzenia[edit | edit source]

When someone is about to do something important or challenging, you can wish them good luck by saying "powodzenia" in Polish. It is a versatile expression that can be used in various situations.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Powodzenia	[pɔvɔˈd͡zɛɲa]	Good luck

Na razie[edit | edit source]

In casual settings, you can use the phrase "na razie" to say "see you later" or "for now" in Polish. It is a friendly way to bid farewell when you expect to see the person again soon.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Na razie	[na ˈraʑɛ]	See you later / For now

Witamy[edit | edit source]

When you want to welcome someone or a group of people, you can use the word "witamy" in Polish. It is an inclusive greeting that means "welcome" in English.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Witamy	[vʲiˈtamɨ]	Welcome

Dziękuję[edit | edit source]

When someone does something kind or helpful, you can express your gratitude by saying "dziękuję" in Polish. It is a polite way to say "thank you" and show appreciation.

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Dziękuję	[ˈd͡ʑɛŋkujɛ]	Thank you

Proszę[edit | edit source]

In various contexts, you can use the word "proszę" in Polish to say "please" or "you're welcome." It is a versatile expression that can be used to make requests, offer something, or respond to "thank you."

Polish	Pronunciation	English
Proszę	[ˈprɔʂɛ]	Please / You're welcome

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have learned some basic Polish greetings for different situations. Greetings are an important part of Polish culture, and by using these phrases, you can make a positive impression and show respect to the people you meet. Practice these greetings with native speakers or fellow learners to improve your pronunciation and fluency. Keep up the good work, and in the next lesson, we will learn how to introduce yourself in Polish.

Table of Contents - Polish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Alphabet and Pronunciation

Greetings and Introductions

Basic Sentence Structure

Numbers and Time

Nouns and Articles

Family and Relationships

Adjectives and Adverbs

Food and Dining

Verbs and Tenses

Travel and Transportation

Polish Customs and Traditions

Videos[edit | edit source]

25 basic Polish words and phrases you need to know - YouTube[edit | edit source]

20 Polish Words for Everyday Life - Basic Vocabulary #1 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

POLISH // Basic Words + Phrases // #1 - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+In this lesson, we will learn common Polish greetings for various situations. Greetings are an essential part of any language and culture, as they help us establish connections, show respect, and make a positive impression. By learning basic Polish greetings, you will be able to greet people in Poland and engage in polite conversations. So let's get started!
+== Basic Greetings ==
+Polish greetings can vary depending on the time of day and the level of formality. Let's start with some basic greetings that you can use in different situations.
+=== Dzień dobry ===
+The most common way to say "hello" in Polish is "dzień dobry." This phrase is used during the day and is equivalent to "good day" or "good morning" in English. It is a formal greeting that can be used with anyone, regardless of their age or social status.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Dzień dobry || [dʑɛɲ ˈdɔbrɨ] || Good day / Good morning
+|}
+=== Cześć ===
+Another common greeting in Polish is "cześć," which is an informal way to say "hello" or "hi." It is used among friends, family members, or people of the same age group. "Cześć" can be used at any time of the day and in casual situations.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Cześć || [tʂɛɕt͡ɕ] || Hello / Hi
+|}
+=== Dobry wieczór ===
+When the day turns into evening, you can use the greeting "dobry wieczór," which means "good evening" in English. This phrase is more formal than "cześć" and is used when greeting someone in the evening or at night.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Dobry wieczór || [ˈdɔbrɨ ˈvjɛt͡ʂur] || Good evening
+|}
+=== Dobranoc ===
+To say "goodnight" in Polish, you can use the phrase "dobranoc." It is used before going to bed or when parting with someone in the evening or at night.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Dobranoc || [dɔˈbranɔt͡s] || Goodnight
+|}
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+=== Do widzenia ===
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+When it's time to say goodbye or farewell, you can use the phrase "do widzenia." It is a formal way to bid farewell and is equivalent to "goodbye" in English.
-As a Polish language teacher with 20 years of experience, I am excited to welcome you to the "Complete 0 to A1 Polish Course." In this lesson, we will focus on learning common Polish greetings for various situations. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently greet people in Polish, say goodbye or wish them a good day.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Do widzenia || [dɔ vʲiˈd͡zɛɲa] || Goodbye
+|}
+=== Pa ===
-<span link>With the completion of this lesson, consider investigating these related pages: [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Camping|Camping]] & [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Resources|Resources]].</span>
+In informal settings, you can use the word "pa" to say "bye" or "see you" in Polish. It is a casual and commonly used expression among friends or acquaintances.
-== Basic Greetings ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Pa || [pa] || Bye
+|}
-Polish culture places a strong emphasis on greetings and introductions, and knowing how to say hello in Polish will help you make a good impression. I always encourage my students to use the proper greeting in each situation, as it shows respect to the person you are speaking to.
+=== Miłego dnia ===
-Let's start with the most basic Polish greeting:
+To wish someone a good day, you can say "miłego dnia" in Polish. This phrase is used when parting with someone during the day and is equivalent to "have a nice day" in English.
-* Cześć!
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Miłego dnia || [ˈmʲiwɛɡɔ ˈdɲa] || Have a nice day
+|}
-This is an informal greeting that you can use with your friends, family, and anyone else you feel comfortable with. It's similar to saying "Hi" in English. Let's break down the pronunciation:
+=== Powodzenia ===
+When someone is about to do something important or challenging, you can wish them good luck by saying "powodzenia" in Polish. It is a versatile expression that can be used in various situations.
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Cześć || [tʂɛɕʨ] || Hi
+| Powodzenia || [pɔvɔˈd͡zɛɲa] || Good luck
 |}
-Some other informal greetings that you might hear in Poland include:
+=== Na razie ===
-* Hej! - pronounced "hey," this is a casual way to say "Hi."
+In casual settings, you can use the phrase "na razie" to say "see you later" or "for now" in Polish. It is a friendly way to bid farewell when you expect to see the person again soon.
-* Czołem! - this greeting is more formal than "Cześć" and is often used in military or scouting settings.
-When meeting someone for the first time, it's important to use a more formal greeting. Here are some examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Na razie || [na ˈraʑɛ] || See you later / For now
+|}
-* Dzień dobry! - pronounced "Jen DOH-brih," this greeting means "Good day" and is used until early afternoon.
+=== Witamy ===
-* Dobry wieczór! - pronounced "DOH-brih VYEH-choor," this greeting means "Good evening" and is used after dark.
-Just like in English, you can also use phrases such as "hello" or "hi" instead of the more formal greetings. Here are a few examples:
+When you want to welcome someone or a group of people, you can use the word "witamy" in Polish. It is an inclusive greeting that means "welcome" in English.
-* Witaj! - pronounced "VEE-tie," this is a formal way of saying "hello."
+{| class="wikitable"
-* Siema! - pronounced "SHYE-mah," this is a more casual way of saying "hello."
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Witamy || [vʲiˈtamɨ] || Welcome
+|}
-When saying goodbye to someone, you can use the following phrases:
+=== Dziękuję ===
-* Do widzenia! - pronounced "doh veed-ZEHN-ya," this phrase means "Goodbye."
+When someone does something kind or helpful, you can express your gratitude by saying "dziękuję" in Polish. It is a polite way to say "thank you" and show appreciation.
-* Pa! - pronounced "pah," this is an informal way of saying "bye."
-If you want to wish someone a good day, you can use the following phrases:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Dziękuję || [ˈd͡ʑɛŋkujɛ] || Thank you
+|}
-* Miłego dnia! - pronounced "mee-WEG-oh dnyah," this phrase means "Have a nice day."
+=== Proszę ===
-* Powodzenia! - pronounced "poh-vo-JEN-yah," this phrase means "Good luck."
-Remember, when greeting someone in Polish, it's important to make eye contact and smile. Polish people appreciate a friendly greeting and are likely to respond positively.
+In various contexts, you can use the word "proszę" in Polish to say "please" or "you're welcome." It is a versatile expression that can be used to make requests, offer something, or respond to "thank you."
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Polish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| Proszę || [ˈprɔʂɛ] || Please / You're welcome
+|}
 == Conclusion ==
-Congratulations! You have learned some basic Polish greetings that you can use in different situations. Remember that Polish people place a great deal of importance on greetings and introductions, so it's important to use the proper greeting for each situation. Practice these greetings with friends or family members, and try using them with native Polish speakers. In the next lesson, we will learn how to introduce ourselves in Polish.
+Congratulations! You have learned some basic Polish greetings for different situations. Greetings are an important part of Polish culture, and by using these phrases, you can make a positive impression and show respect to the people you meet. Practice these greetings with native speakers or fellow learners to improve your pronunciation and fluency. Keep up the good work, and in the next lesson, we will learn how to introduce yourself in Polish.
-<span link>Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Fruits|Fruits]] & [[Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Reptiles|Reptiles]].</span>
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+==Sources==
+* [https://www.polishpod101.com/blog/2022/01/28/polish-beginner-phrases/ Get Talking: The Top Polish Phrases for Beginners]
+* [https://www.clozemaster.com/blog/basic-polish-greetings/ “Hello” in Polish: 7 Polish Greetings to Sound like a Native Speaker]
+* [https://www.polishpod101.com/blog/2019/01/12/how-to-say-hello-in-polish/ How to Say Hello in Polish: Guide to Polish Greetings]
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-* [https://www.polishpod101.com/blog/2022/01/28/polish-beginner-phrases/ Get Talking: The Top Polish Phrases for Beginners]
-* [https://www.clozemaster.com/blog/basic-polish-greetings/ “Hello” in Polish: 7 Polish Greetings to Sound like a Native Speaker]
-* [https://www.polishpod101.com/blog/2019/01/12/how-to-say-hello-in-polish/ How to Say Hello in Polish: Guide to Polish Greetings]
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