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October 24, 2019
How to Use Polish Numbers for Daily Usage
Especially if you're planning a prolonged visit to , using the correct Polish numbers for counting in Polish could be very important! Number systems are the other alphabet in any language. In fact, it is a language all of its own, and it serves a multitude of excellent purposes.
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A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems
Why is it Important to Learn Polish Numbers?
Learning Polish Numbers
Why Choose PolishPod101 to Learn all about Polish Numbers?
1. A Brief History of Counting and Number Systems
1. The Ishango Bone
The origin of counting, and with it numbers, is not clear to historians. While their art showed that prehistoric man had a concept of numbers, the first indication of a formal system was... Show more
October 9, 2019
How To Post In Perfect Polish on Social Media
You're learning to speak Polish, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Polish.
At Learn Polish, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Polish in the process.
1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Polish
Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Polish. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants!
Maciek eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of his food, and leaves this comment:
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Let's break down... Show more
September 12, 2019
How to Say Sorry in Polish
Learn how to apologize in Polish - fast and accurately! PolishPod101 makes it easy for you to make amends. Start with a bonus, and download your FREE cheat sheet - How to Improve Your Polish Skills! (Logged-In Member Only)
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Common Ways to Say Sorry in Polish
How To Refuse Something Politely in Polish
Audio Lesson - Survival Phrases "How to Say Sorry"
Why You Will NOT Be Sorry For Learning Polish through PolishPod101
1. Common Ways to Say Sorry in Polish
Nobody’s perfect, not anywhere in the world. Everybody makes mistakes, and does and says regrettable things. Then it’s time to apologize, as saying ‘I’m sorry’ is not in vain. It can be very healing! Did you know that hearing a sincerely-meant apology can... Show more
June 20, 2019
Learn How to Confidently Introduce Yourself In Polish
Are you ready to learn how to introduce yourself in Polish? When you learn Polish, how to introduce yourself is one of the most important skills to acquire, as in any language. After all, you need to be able to have a simple conversation to make new connections.
People will really appreciate your effort in trying to learn the language they speak, and thanks to this skill you’ll be able to make a good, lasting first impression.
PolishPod101.com has you covered, and we’ll teach you how to say "My name is," in Polish, and show you how to elaborate on your conversation from there! But before we teach you how to introduce yourself in Polish phrases, let’s get started with "hello" in Polish.
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Say Hello First
Learn How... Show more
February 7, 2019
How to Say I Love You in Polish – Romantic Word List
Do you often feel lonely and sad? Do you long for romance and are willing to do whatever it takes to meet that special person? Speaking another language could revolutionize your love life! So, why wait? Learning how to say ‘love’ in Polish could be just what you need to find it.
Or perhaps you were lucky, and have found your Polish partner already. Fantastic! Yet, a cross-cultural relationship comes with unique challenges. Learning how to speak your lover’s language will greatly improve your communication and enhance the relationship. At PolishPod101, our team will teach you all the words, quotes and phrases you need to woo your Polish lover with excellence! Our tutors provide personal assistance, with plenty of extra material... Show more
February 1, 2019
Secret Revealed: The Best Way to Learn a Language on Your Own
Can You Really Learn Polish Alone?
Learning a language on your own or without traditional classroom instruction may seem quite daunting at first. What if you run into questions? How do you stay motivated and on track to achieving goals?
Don’t worry, not only is it possible to learn Polish or any language without traditional classroom instruction: PolishPod101 has created the world’s most advanced and extensive online language learning system. Not only is PolishPod101 specifically designed to help you with learning a language on your own, it’s actually faster, more convenient, and less expensive than traditional classroom options!
Let’s look at some of the benefits of learning Polish or any language alone.
Also, don't... Show more
January 25, 2019
Language Learning Tips: How to Avoid Awkward Silences
Yes, even beginners can quickly learn conversational Polish well enough to carry on real conversations with native speakers. Of course, beginners won’t be able to carry a conversation the same way they could in their native language. But, just knowing a few tips like which questions to ask to keep a conversation going are all you need to speak and interact with real native speakers! But before we get to specific suggestions, let’s first take a closer look at how having real Polish conversations is so vital to your mastery of the language.
Learning to Carry a Conversation is Vital to Mastery of Any Language
Communicating with other people is the very point of language and conversation is almost second nature in our native tongue. For... Show more
January 18, 2019
How to Transform Your Daily Commute Into Learning a Language
Today, classrooms are no longer the only or even best place to learn a new language like Polish. More and more people are finding that they can easily learn a language just about anywhere they have a few minutes of spare time, including their daily commute to work. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average American spends over 50 minutes a day commuting to and from work, or over 300 hours a year.
Rethinking Your Daily Commute to Work
But rather than simply sitting in traffic and wasting the time, you can instead use your daily commute to literally learn Polish in just a few short months! PolishPod101 has developed specialized learning tools that you can use on your commute to work (and home again) to master the language... Show more
January 12, 2019
How To Say ‘Hello’ in Polish, and Other Polish Greetings!
So, you’re heading for to travel or work. Awesome! You’re in for an amazing adventure! It’s a beautiful country, steeped in a rich culture that may be very unlike your own.
However, showing respect to the locals is a big deal in every country around the world. A respectful manner and attitude could open doors for you that would otherwise remain mystifyingly closed. Aside from just knowing ‘Thank you’ in Polish, greeting someone correctly in Polish could incline a local to treat you more favorably than otherwise! So, the clever thing to do would be to learn Polish greetings before you embark on your journey. Polish greetings are different from other languages and probably not what you’d expect. But if learning how to say ‘Hello!’ in... Show more
March 19, 2018
How to Celebrate April Fools’ Day in Polish
Most everyone is familiar with this day, as it is celebrated nearly everywhere the world. Yet, when exactly is April Fools’ Day? And where did April Fools come from? April Fools’ Day is observed on April 1st every year. This day of jokes and pranks is believed to have stemmed from the 16th-century calendar change in France, when New Year’s Day was moved from April 1 to January 1. This action was taken due to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar.
However, a few people were resistant to the calendar change, so they continued to observe New Year’s Day on April 1st, rather than the new date. They were referred to as the “April Fools”, and others started playing mocking tricks on them. This custom endured, and is practiced to this day... Show more