Do you know your left from your right in Polish? Asking for directions can mean the difference between a heavenly day on the beach and a horrible day on your feet, hot and bothered and wondering how to even get back to the hotel. Believe me - I know! On my earlier travels, I didn’t even know simple terms like ‘go straight ahead’ or ‘go west,’ and I was always too shy to ask locals for directions. It wasn’t my ego, but rather the language barrier that held me back. I've ended up in some pretty dodgy situations for my lack of directional word skills. This never needs to happen! When traveling in , you should step out in confidence, ready to work your Polish magic and have a full day of exploring. It’s about knowing a few basic phrases and... Show more

Among useful Polish phrases, compliments are particularly handy in social situations. Giving a compliment can make you feel good, and also bring joy to the lives of others. What are the best Polish compliments, though? Keep reading and you’ll learn how to compliment people in Polish in any situation. Table of Contents Complimenting Someone’s Appearance Praising Someone in Polish for Their Work Complimenting Someone on Their Skills Making Compliments Sound More Sincere What to Expect After You Give a Compliment Final Thoughts 1. Complimenting Someone’s Appearance We all compliment someone’s appearance from time to time. And yet, sometimes people may feel offended by certain remarks. The easiest way to avoid making... Show more

Knowing Polish swear words may come in handy in some situations, such as when you’re watching movies in Polish. Unfortunately, if you use them in real-life situations, you may offend someone or get into trouble. That’s why you won’t find a list of Polish swear words here. The real skill to acquire is learning how to express anger without using the worst Polish curses. How would an angry Polish person do that? We’ve prepared a number of useful expressions for you. Table of Contents Angry Imperatives Angry Warnings Angry Blaming Describing How You Feel How to Calm Yourself Down When You’re Angry Final Thoughts 1. Angry Imperatives It’s important to have a good understanding of what’s socially acceptable in Poland. In... Show more

What is the most defining moment you will face this year? From memories that you immortalize in a million photographs, to days you never wish to remember, one thing's for certain: big life events change you. The great poet, Bukowski, said, "We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well, that death will tremble to take us." The older I get, the more I agree with him! Talking about significant events in our lives is part of every person's journey, regardless of creed or culture. If you're planning to stay in for more than a quick visit, you're sure to need at least a few 'life events' phrases that you can use. After all, many of these are shared experiences, and it's generally expected that we will show up with good manners... Show more

Did you know that every minute of the day, one billion tons of rain falls on the earth? Hard to believe, considering the climate crisis! Of course, all that rain is not equally shared across the planet. So, would you mention this fascinating fact to your new acquaintance? Well, small talk about local weather is actually a great conversation-starter. Everyone cares about the weather and you’re sure to hear a few interesting opinions! Seasons can be quite unpredictable these days and nobody knows the peculiarities of a region better than the locals. PolishPod101 will equip you with all the weather vocabulary you need to plan your next adventure. The weather can even be an important discussion that influences your adventure plans. After... Show more

Did you know there are many different types of calendars? As you probably know - a calendar is a system of organizing days in weeks and months for specific purposes, according to Wikipedia. Worldwide, most countries use the Gregorian calendar. Some just work on the same framework, meaning that time is divided into units based on the earth's movement around the sun - the "solar calendar". Other calendars keep time by observing the moon's movements, a combination of the moon and the sun's movements, and seasons. Through PolishPod101, you can learn all about this and so much more! Our themed, culturally relevant lessons are skillfully designed so you can do your planning perfectly for a holiday or a date. Having a good plan for a visit... Show more

Did you know that only some reptiles and birds don't parent their offspring? Except for crocodiles, all reptiles (and one family of bird species called megapodes) hatch from eggs and grow up alone, without any family. The rest of us need family if we are to survive and thrive - humans and animals alike! At PolishPod101, we know how important family is. Therefore, we take care to teach you all the important vocabulary and phrases pertaining to family. Table of Contents Why Is It Important to Know Polish Vocabulary about Family? Learn a New Culture? Learn its Family Vocab first How PolishPod101 Can Help You Learn Polish Family Terms 1. Why Is It Important to Know Polish Vocabulary about Family? Well, if you're serious... Show more

Learning a language is an odyssey, but if you want to travel to Poland it’s important to learn useful vocabulary for your trip as quickly as possible. How to do that? By learning the most useful Polish phrases for travel that we have compiled for you in this blog post!You can memorize the basic Polish phrases for travelers or write them down to always have access to them if you forget anything. The more you’re going to practice during your trip, the better you’re going to remember them. Table of Contents Basic Expressions Transport Shopping Restaurants Asking for and Giving Directions Emergencies Flattery Phrases Useful Phrases to Go through Language Problems Bonus: Basic Hotel Phrases Final Thoughts 1. Basic... Show more

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. Table of Contents 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

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: POST Let's break down... Show more