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Like saying hello, saying goodbye is an important part of being polite. These are the most basic skills you need to have a conversation in any language, so it’s crucial that you acquire them early on.  In this article, we’ll tell you how to say goodbye in Polish in a variety of situations. For example, you’ll learn the best parting words for formal versus informal environments, how to see someone off at the airport, and how to end a phone conversation. By the time you’ve finished reading, you’ll have the perfect Polish goodbye for any situation you find yourself in. Are you ready to get your Polish up to scratch? Start with a bonus, and download the Must-Know Beginner Vocabulary PDF for FREE!(Logged-In Member Only) Table of Contents... Show more

If you’re thinking about learning Polish but haven’t started yet, it’s probably because you have a few questions: Why should you learn Polish in the first place? Is Polish hard to learn, and if so, is it really worth it?  Well, there are many reasons you may want to learn Polish: traveling to Poland, a Polish partner, a Polish heritage, personal development, and the list goes on. You surely have your own reason for wanting to learn the language. The most important thing is to not let other people scare you with their negativity and the myths they share about the Polish language.   In this article, we’ll give you an in-depth review of what makes Polish hard to learn for some students, how to overcome those challenges, and what things... Show more

It’s natural for a beginner to make mistakes in a new language. But fortunately, there are ways in which you can minimize them. To help you do exactly that, in this article, we’re going to discuss the ten plus most common Polish mistakes.  By understanding what kind of mistakes other students make, you can prevent yourself from falling into those same linguistic traps. For your convenience, we’ve put the most common Polish mistakes by English-speakers into groups.  Let’s get started. Table of Contents Pronunciation and Spelling Mistakes Vocabulary Mistakes Polish Grammar Mistakes Level of Formality Other Polish Mistakes The Biggest Mistake Final Thoughts 1. Pronunciation and Spelling Mistakes  ... Show more

When you start your language-learning journey with Polish, managing to have a conversation with a native speaker is one of the most rewarding experiences. This is why it’s important to work on your conversational skills early on.  What’s the best way to do this? By learning the top ten Polish questions with answers, of course! Once you learn these, you’ll be prepared for whatever may appear in a simple conversation in Poland. Read on and learn how to ask a question in Polish (and answer it yourself)! Table of Contents What’s your name? Where are you from? Do you speak Polish? How are you? Where do you live? What did you say? How old are you? "What is it?" and "Who is it?" Are you... Show more

Polish language exams may not be as popular and well-known as the English ones. This doesn’t mean, however, that Polish-learners have no way to prove their language proficiency.  So what exams are available for people learning Polish? Is there a Polish test for beginners? If so, how does one prepare for the Polish A1 exam? Patience, grasshopper. You’ll find the answers to all of these questions—and much more—in this article. Table of Contents General Information About the Polish Language Test What’s Inside the Test? Preparation for the Polish Exam Final Thoughts 1. General Information About the Polish Language Test The British have FCE, CAE, and CPE. The French have DELF and DALF. The Polish, unfortunately,... Show more

Memorizing useful sentence patterns in English and Polish will help you speak Polish with more confidence. Once you know them, it’ll be easier for you to form simple Polish phrases and sentences of your own. Let’s start with the basics, though. Do you know how to say "sentence pattern" in Polish? Wzór zdania. In this article, you’ll see more than ten sentence patterns in Polish with numerous examples. Soon, creating your own sentences in this language will be no problem for you! Table of Contents Polish Sentence Pattern: A is B Using Adjectives for Description The Polish Sentence Pattern for Expressing Wants What Do You Need? Expressing Likes in Polish Please: Politely Asking Someone to Do Something Asking for... Show more

An adverb is a word or a phrase used as a modifier of adjectives, verbs, and other adverbs. We’re going to introduce you today to the rules of use and formation of adverbs in Polish, as well as the 100 most common Polish adverbs. Are you ready to learn about adverbs in Polish? Language blog posts and other resources such as Must-Know Adverbs and Phrases for Connecting Thoughts are waiting for you on PolishPod101.com. Table of Contents Polish Adverbs: Placement and Formation Gradation of Adverbs in Polish Uncomparable Adverbs The Diminutive Form of Polish Adverbs Polish Adverbs of Time Polish Adverbs of Frequency Polish Adverbs of Place Polish Adverbs of Manner Final Thoughts 1. Polish Adverbs: Placement and Formation You... Show more

You asked, so we provided—easy-to-follow instructions on how to set up your electronic devices to write in Polish! We’ll also give you a few excellent tips on how to use this keyboard, as well as some online and app alternatives if you prefer not to set up a Polish keyboard. Table of Contents Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Polish Setting up Your Computer and Mobile Devices for Polish How to Activate an Onscreen Keyboard on Your Computer How to Change the Language Settings to Polish on Your Computer Activating the Polish Keyboard on Your Mobile Phone and Tablet Polish Keyboard Typing Tips How to Practice Typing Polish 1. Why it’s Important to Learn to Type in Polish Learning a new language is made so much easier... Show more

Learning vocabulary is very important, but to improve your language skills, you need to know certain grammar rules too. For example, to be able to speak Polish properly, you have to learn the rules of Polish verb conjugation.  You may be wondering what a verb conjugation is. Don’t worry! We’ve prepared this article so that even an absolute beginner can learn the basic Polish verb conjugation rules. Let’s get started. Table of Contents Verb Conjugation: Introduction Conjugation Verb Groups The Conjugation of "To Be" in Polish Polish Verb Conjugation in the Past Tense Let’s Talk About the Future Polish Conjugation Practice Final Thoughts 1. Verb Conjugation: Introduction When a verb is... Show more

A verb is a crucial part of any sentence. Today, we’re going to introduce you to the most commonly used Polish verbs, the basic rules governing their placement in a sentence, and their conjugation. By the time you finish this article, you’ll be able to see massive progress in your Polish-speaking abilities! Other similarly useful articles you should have a look at are: 100 Adjectives (link) and 100 Nouns (link). Table of Contents Using Polish Verbs in a Sentence Polish Verb Conjugation Rules Polish Verbs of Motion and Action Verbs for Talking About Feelings, Thoughts, and Preferences Polish Modal Verbs Final Thoughts 1. Using Polish Verbs in a Sentence  We’re not going to go into much detail, but it’s... Show more