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Nicolaus Copernicus. You’ve probably heard that name before in school. But do you remember who he was exactly, and what he did? What world-changing ideas was Nicolaus Copernicus famous for? In this article, you’ll learn about Nicolaus Copernicus’ greatest achievements, more interesting facts about him, and how Poland commemorates Nicolaus Copernicus’ birthday. Are you ready? Let’s get started. 1. Who was Nicolaus Copernicus? Poles celebrate the astronomer Mikołaj Kopernik ( "Nicolaus Copernicus" ) each year on his birthday. Copernicus is most well-known for his heliocentryzm ( "heliocentrism" ) theory, which revolutionized astronomy. This is the theory that the sun is at the center of our galaxy, and that the planets... Show more

The Feast of the Epiphany in Poland is an essential Christian holiday with a variety of fun traditions! In this article, you’ll learn about how Poles celebrate Epiphany as well as the story behind the holiday. At PolishPod101.com, it’s our goal to ensure that every aspect of your language-learning journey is both fun and informative—starting with this article! Are you ready? Let’s dive in. 1. What is Epiphany Day in Poland? Epiphany, or Three Kings’ Day, is called Święto Trzech Króli in Polish. This is a Christian feast that takes place in numerous countries around the world. In Poland, it’s a national public holiday, meaning that most businesses, workplaces, and schools are closed. Epiphany Day in Poland is usually... 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

On Saint Barbara’s Day, Poles celebrate faithfulness, feminine beauty, and miners. In fact, this holiday is also referred to as Miners’ Day! In this article, you’ll learn a little bit about Saint Barbara, the patron saint of miners. You’ll also delve into the most popular Polish traditions for this holiday and learn some relevant Polish vocabulary. At PolishPod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative. Let’s get started! 1. What is Saint Barbara’s Day? Saint Barbara’s Day (Barborka/Miner’s Day) is both the feast day of St. Barbara and the name day for girls with this common name. Considering Barbara’s role as the patron saint of miners, Poles also celebrate this... 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

There's no need to convince anyone that Poland has had a colorful history. For more than a thousand years, from its legendary beginnings to the most recent events, the fate of our country has been very diverse. There were times when Poland, united in a union with Lithuania, was a power that other countries had to reckon with. But, let's be honest, that was a very long time ago. Newer history has been much less gracious to Poland, and as a result, the country ceased to exist for over 120 years! In this article, you’ll learn some Polish Independence Day history, and how Poles today celebrate! At PolishPod101.com, we aim to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative! 1. What is Polish Independence... 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