Language/Polish/Vocabulary/Travel-Phrases
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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!