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

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) Table of Contents 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

Learning a language is a long process, and achieving mastery requires a variety of resources and patience. While textbooks and other printed resources are a part of the process for many students, learning Polish this way can cause a person to sound overly formal.If you want to speak the language like the locals do, it’s important to be able to use informal words and expressions too. In this article, PolishPod101 will introduce you to Polish internet slang words and phrases. Learning them will allow you to communicate with native speakers in a more relaxed and natural manner. Table of Contents A Few Notes on Polish Internet Slang Polish Internet Slang Phrases of English Origin Abbreviations How to Use Polish Internet Slang... Show more

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. Table of Contents Say Hello First Learn How... Show more

You’ve probably heard that watching movies and TV shows is a great way to learn Polish. It’s true! You can watch a lot of Polish TV online, and particularly in countries with a large Polish community, it’s easy to find movies and series in this language. Polish TV in the USA isn’t too difficult to find, as confirmed by people looking for Polish TV on Roku and other similar services. Are you wondering which Polish TV company produces the best programs and series for your purposes? It’s best not to limit yourself to such terms. You should rather have a look at our list of suggestions of the best Polish TV shows created by many different people and production companies. Table of Contents 07 Zgłoś się Dancing with the... Show more

The time has come to talk about Poland’s second most popular holiday: Easter. Easter Monday in Poland is not only a religious celebration, but a secular holiday enjoyed by the whole population! The Monday after Easter, called Easter Monday (or Smigus Dyngus Day in Poland), is full of Polish culture for you to discover with us. At PolishPod101.com, we hope to make learning about Poland and the Polish language both fun and informative! And trust us: in Poland, Wet Monday is certainly fun! 1. What is Easter Monday in Poland? On Wet Monday, Poland enjoys both a religious holiday and a day of fun! The Easter Monday holiday in Poland is a family celebration; it is a joyful and colorful time of year, when people in Poland look... Show more

Poland has grown into an attractive market, which is why many people want to get jobs in Poland. Some of them have additional reasons for wanting to work here, such as their heritage, family ties, or positive feelings towards the country.Of course, finding jobs here is much easier for people who speak Polish. Fortunately, it’s possible to find work without Polish language skills in some professions. Education jobs in Poland for language teachers are a great example.With our tips, you should be able to find the right place to look for job vacancies in Poland that align with your skills. We’ll also give you some useful information on the Polish job market for foreigners. Table of Contents Where in Poland Should You Look for Work? ... Show more

It really is fascinating how a single holiday celebrated across different countries can vary so much, and how a country’s culture influences these nuances. For instance, Fat Thursday (or Tłusty Czwartek) could also be called Polish Donut Day in Poland while in Greece it’s more of a meat fest. Polish Americans often celebrate the day on Tuesday instead of Thursday though. At PolishPod101.com, our goal is to help you grasp the Polish culture and master its language all while having fun. In this article, we’ll be going over Fat Thursday’s Polish history as well as what Fat Thursday Polish traditions look like. By learning about this holiday, you’ll be getting a better understanding of Poland and its customs, thus enabling you to more... Show more