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.

1. A Few Notes on Polish Internet Slang
2. Polish Internet Slang Phrases of English Origin
3. Abbreviations
4. How to Use Polish Internet Slang Phrases
5. Places to Study and Practice Polish Internet Slang
6. Final Thoughts

1. A Few Notes on Polish Internet Slang

Polish speakers, like speakers of any other language, are quite fond of their slang expressions. While many of these terms have not yet found their way into dictionaries, people use them all the same. As a learner of the language, you’ll find that studying Polish slang terms is an important step in better understanding Polish people and culture. 

Because the internet and social media have become such a large part of our lives, you’ll greatly benefit from picking up some Polish internet slang. The good news is that some of these expressions are similar (if not identical) to the ones you’d use in English! 

Slang of English origin is particularly popular in texting and when using other communications technologies. Polish people use a lot of slang when sending private text messages or commenting on internet forums, for example.

2. Polish Internet Slang Phrases of English Origin

As we’ve already mentioned, there are many English abbreviations and slang words that are used in Polish. This makes your job much easier! You simply need to brush up on the words you already know and work on memorizing the ones you don’t. 

Here’s a list of popular abbreviations used in Polish text slang and other terms for internet use. 

• Fanpage
  
  This one is occasionally spelled in a more Polish way as fanpejdż.

• LOL
  
  In Poland, we often pronounce this as “el-o-el.”

• Lol content
  
  This phrase is often spelled as lol kontent.
  
  Speaking of funny things…have you checked out our lesson on popular and funny idioms yet?

• Meme(s)
  
  This is often spelled and pronounced as mem(y).

• Troll
  
  The “r” is rolled when pronouncing this word in Polish.

• BTW
  
  
• Hater
  
  In Polish, it’s often spelled as hejter.

• LMAO
  
  Laughing is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Here are some idioms using the Polish verb “to laugh” (śmiać się)!
  
  
• IDK
  
  
• Afk
  
  
• OMG
  
  
• WTF
  
  
• ASAP
  
  This is a slang term, but it’s used in workplaces very often. Can you follow Polish instructions on the job?
  
  
• Thx 
  
  This is also spelled dzienx, from the Polish word dziękuje meaning “thank you.”
  
  Of course, there are other common ways of saying thank you in Polish.

• IMO
  
  It’s important to be able to talk about your likes and dislikes in Polish.
  
  
  
• Bae
  
  
• Selfie
  
  
• Hashtag
  
  
• Post
  
  
• xD

You can learn more about these abbreviations in the Wikipedia entry about Polish internet slang (“polski slang internetowy“).

Poles use emoticons in texting and internet communication the same way that English speakers do. The older generation is less inclined to use emoticons overall, and Polish people tend to use certain emoticons (such as hugs and kisses) less often than is typical of English speakers. Of course, these are only guidelines. A lot depends on the way a particular person likes to express themself.

It’s also worth remembering that many young Polish people are fluent in English. This group is more likely to use additional English abbreviations that are not necessarily used by all Poles. In this article, we’re focusing only on Polish slang expressions used by the general population.

3. Abbreviations

Polish slang, just like that of English, thrives on abbreviations. There are many frequently used Polish slang expressions that take the form of abbreviations, so you should definitely learn them. Here are the most common ones:

• Nw 
  • Nie wiem. (I don’t know.)
    
• Zw 
  • Zaraz wracam. (I’ll be right back.)
    
• Gz 
  • Gratz. / Gratki. (Congrats.)
    
• Ocb 
  • O co biega? (What’s up? / What’s this about?)
    
• Nmzc 
  • Nie ma za co. (You’re welcome.)
    
• Priv 
  • prywatna wiadomość (private message) – the English DM is also used
    
• Jj 
  • Już jestem. (I’m here.)

• Dzienx
  • Dziękuję. (Thanks.)

• Kc 
  • Kocham Cię. (I love you.)

There are at least three ways to say “I love you” in Polish. If you don’t know them, check out our article to find out what they are!

• Pzdr 
  • pozdrawiam (best / regards / cheers)
    
• K/kk
  • Okay
    

4. How to Use Polish Internet Slang Phrases

Knowing these Polish internet slang words is just half the battle. It’s great for you to be able to understand them, but you should also be able to use them yourself. You may be tempted to immediately start including them in your daily conversations, but it’s important that you know how to do it right.

For example, while younger people prefer emoticons and abbreviations over more ordinary words, this isn’t something that looks natural. If not used sparingly, such expressions can make you sound more—not less—artificial. Here are some tips you should keep in mind to avoid this problem: 

• Observe native speakers.
  
  Observing native speakers is the best way to study Polish internet slang. How do they communicate in the text messages they send you? What kind of expressions do you see? Make notes and try using them in the same way.
  
• Make sure you understand the meaning.

• While you may have seen an expression used in a certain way, it doesn’t mean that you know exactly when it’s appropriate to use. Don’t risk being misunderstood—or even offending someone—just because your interpretation of an expression or abbreviation is incorrect.

It’s always wise to verify the meaning of an expression with a native speaker, your PolishPod101 teacher, or even Google. You can also use a Polish internet slang dictionary (currently, the one we linked to here is only available in Polish).  

• Don’t force it.
  

If you don’t feel comfortable using slang expressions in Polish, don’t use them. Wait until they feel right. Don’t try to be cool if you’re not yet confident about your language skills.

5. Places to Study and Practice Polish Internet Slang

When you’re trying to learn about Polish text and internet slang, you should remember that such expressions become outdated quickly. That’s why you should keep communicating with Polish people and continue reading different forms of media where you’re likely to encounter slang. Here are some places you should visit:

• Facebook and social media
  
  Posts on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram are a great place to learn the language as it’s spoken and written every day. You can follow celebrities, people you know, or influencers. You’ll definitely learn new internet slang terms in Polish this way.
  

Easy Polish videos

Easy Polish is a YouTube channel that allows you to listen to Polish people being interviewed on the streets of Poland. They speak in a natural way as their answers are not scripted and they don’t know what the questions are going to be beforehand. 

• Internet forums
  
  We all have different interests, but the internet is a place where everyone can find their own platform or community. Whether you’re a film geek, an avid reader, or a heavy metal fan, there’s a Polish-language forum for you. This would be a great place to practice your language skills and learn more about Polish internet slang.  

New technologies have definitely made life much easier for language learners. Do you know how to talk about technology in Polish, though? If not, don’t forget to visit the Polish internet cafe, too!

6. Final Thoughts

In this blog post, you’ve learned the most important Polish slang expressions used on the internet and in texting. You also know now which English abbreviations you can successfully use with Polish people as well as the meanings of some Polish abbreviations you may have already encountered. Last but not least, you’ve found out where you can learn about Polish internet slang to keep yourself up-to-date with this type of vocabulary. 

Do you feel better prepared for a texting or chat room conversation with Polish friends? How many of these phrases and abbreviations were new to you? We look forward to hearing your thoughts in the comments!

As great as it is for you to learn about Polish text slang, this knowledge is not enough to help you actually speak the language. You’ll need a structured approach if you want to become truly fluent in the Polish language—and this is exactly what you can find with PolishPod101!

PolishPod101 is an innovative language learning tool that gives you access to hundreds upon hundreds of audio recordings and videos. You learn by listening to native speakers and studying the vocabulary discussed in each lesson. We can help you reach your goals regardless of your current proficiency level, thanks to our personalized pathways. 
Are you ready to improve your Polish? Create your free lifetime account today! 

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

1. Say Hello First
2. Learn How to Introduce Yourself in Polish
3. Context Matters: Learn about How to Introduce Yourself in Polish in Different Situations
4. Introducing Others
5. How to Get Better at Introducing Yourself and Others in Polish
6. Final Thoughts

1. Say Hello First

In Polish, the way you speak to someone will differ, depending on the person you’re talking to. The formal way of introducing yourself in the Polish language is used with older people, your superiors at work, and strangers. The informal way of introducing yourself in the Polish language, on the other hand, can be used with people your age, acquaintances, and friends.

If in doubt, it’s always better to be overly formal than to risk offending someone. In general, the person who’s older should be the one to suggest that you use the informal way of addressing them.

1- “Hello” in Polish for Informal Introductions

– Cześć!

This is the most popular word used to say “hello” and “goodbye” in Polish to people you’re informal with. This is a perfect phrase to say before you introduce yourself in basic Polish.

– Hejka!

This is an equally popular way of saying “hello,” but is mostly used by young people.

2- “Hello” in Polish for Formal Introductions

– Dzień dobry

This is the most widespread way of saying “hello” with people you’re formal with. You can use it during the day.

– Dobry wieczór

In the evening, Dzień dobry is replaced with Dobry wieczór.

There are, of course, many other formal and informal ways of saying “hello” in Polish. You can learn more about them in our blog post: “How to Say ‘Hello’ in Polish, and Other Polish Greetings!”

3- A Handshake or a Kiss?

In Poland, a handshake is a common way of greeting people and introducing yourself to those you don’t know. Men often use a handshake to greet their friends.

Kissing on the cheek is common between female friends and female friends greeting their male friends. Usually, you don’t actually kiss a person, but rather do a quick peck in the air, close to the other person’s face. Some young people do it with those they meet for the first time instead of a handshake.

2. Learn How to Introduce Yourself in Polish

There are different ways of introducing yourself in Polish. The most important things to include in your introduction are the basics: your name, your country of origin, and your place of residence.

1- “My Name Is” in Polish, Your Nationality, and Place of Residence

1. Saying “My Name is” in Polish

You’ve surely asked yourself the question: “How do you say My name is in Polish?” There are a few ways to do this, depending on whether you’re in a formal situation or an informal one. In this vein, when it comes to how to introduce yourself in Polish, grammar is essential. Essentially, there are two forms of address in Polish language introductions.

For informal questions, we use the verb form for the second-person singular (e.g. masz meaning “you have” ) and for formal questions with Pan/Pani, the third-person singular (e.g. ma meaning “Mr./Mrs. has”). We’ll start by looking at some informal dialogue (also note here how to say “nice to meet you” in Polish language introductions):

Informal

A: Cześć! Jak masz na imię?
“Hello! What’s your name?”

B: Mam na imię Piotrek. A ty?
“Hello! My name is Piotrek. What’s yours?”

A: Mam na imię Małgosia. Miło mi cię poznać.
“My name is Małgosia. Nice to meet you.”

B: Wzajemnie.
“Nice to meet you too.”

Sometimes in reply, people just give their name instead of using the full formula (e.g. Piotrek. Vs. Mam na imię Piotrek.).

Formal

In a formal context, an introductory dialogue with a woman would look like this:

A: Dzień dobry. Jak ma Pani na imię?
“Good day. What’s your name, Ma’am?”

B: Olga.

A: Miło mi Panią poznać.
“Nice to meet you, Ma’am.”

Pani is the title women are addressed with. A formal title used for men is Pan:

A: Dzień dobry. Jak ma Pan na imię?
“Good day. What’s your name, Sir?”

B: Roman.

A: Miło mi Pana poznać.
“Nice to meet you, Sir.”

2. Talking about Your Nationality in Polish

If someone wants to know what your nationality is, there are several possible questions they may ask you. Let’s deal with the informal introductions first:

Informal

• Skąd pochodzisz? (Where do you come from?)
  Pochodzę z Anglii. (I come from England.)
• Skąd jesteś? (Where are you from?)
  Jestem z Kanady. (I am from Canada.)
• Gdzie się urodziłeś? (Where were you born?) – Man
  Urodziłem się w Polsce. (I was born in Poland.) – Man
• Gdzie się urodziłaś? (Where were you born?) – Woman
  Urodziłam się w Polsce. (I was born in Poland.) – Woman

As you can see, the verb urodzić, like other Polish verbs in the past tense, has a male and female form. To be able to both ask questions and introduce yourself, learn both of them.

• Jakiej jesteś narodowości? (What’s your nationality?)
  Jestem Amerykaninem. (I’m American.) – Man
  Jestem Amerykanką. (I’m American.) – Woman

Adjectives in Polish also have gender. Try to memorize both versions for every new word, and with practice, you’ll see that sometimes you can guess the other form of a new adjective you encounter.

Formal

Now it’s time for questions that people would ask you in a formal introductory conversation. Remember that Pani and its forms refer to women, and Pan and its derivatives to men:

• Skąd Pani/Pan pochodzi? (Where do you come from, Ma’am/Sir?)
• Skąd Pani/Pan jest? (Where are you from, Ma’am/Sir?)
• Gdzie się Pan urodził? (Where were you born, Sir?)
  Urodziłem się w Olsztynie. (I was born in Olsztyn.)
• Gdzie się Pani urodziła? (Where were you born, Ma’am?)
  Urodziłam się w Krakowie. (I was born in Cracow.)
• Jakiej jest Pan/Pani narodowości? (What’s your nationality Sir/Ma’am?)

3. Talking about Where You Live in Polish

Another important skill for introducing yourself in Polish is knowing how to say where you live. This is particularly relevant, seeing that today people move around the world and change countries.

If someone asks you:

– Gdzie mieszkasz? (Where do you live?)
– Gdzie Pan mieszka? (Where do you live, Sir?)
– Gdzie Pani mieszka? (Where do you live, Ma’am?)

You could reply:

– Mieszkam w Londynie. (I live in London.)

– Mieszkam we Włoszech. (I live in Italy.)

– Mieszkam w Warszawie, na Ursynowie. (I live in Warsaw, in Ursynów.)

– Mieszkam na Marszałkowskiej. (I live on Marszałkowska Street.)

If you want to learn more essential questions, check out our list of the Top 25 Polish Questions You Need to Know.

2- Describing Yourself in Polish

If you’re having a longer introductory conversation with someone in Polish, you’ll need more vocabulary to describe yourself. While learning how to introduce yourself in Polish words, practice how to tell people about your:

1. Age

Talking about age is often not appropriate in formal situations. Save it for your peers and people you’re informal with.

A: Ile masz lat?
“How old are you?”

B: Mam 20 lat.
“I’m 20 years old.”

2. Languages You Speak

When you don’t speak Polish fluently, it may be beneficial at times to let others know what other languages you speak.

A: Jakie znasz języki?
“What languages do you speak?”
B: Mówię po angielsku i trochę po polsku.
“I speak English and a bit of Polish.”

C: Jakie zna Pan/Pani języki?
“What languages do you speak, Sir/Ma’am?”
D: Angielski i znam kilka słów po polsku.
“English, and I know some words in Polish.”

3. Profession

It’s important to be able to tell people your profession when giving a self-introduction in the Polish language. Many names of Polish professions are male and are used as such, regardless of the gender of the person who practices it. However, more and more professions have female forms (i.e. nauczyciel [m] vs. nauczycielka [f]; aktor [m] vs. aktorka [f]), so always consult a dictionary when learning a new word.

– Kim jesteś z zawodu? (What’s your profession?)
– Kim jest Pan/Pani z zawodu? (What’s your profession, Sir/Ma’am?)
– Jestem… (I am… )
…prawnikiem. (…a lawyer.)
…wykładowcą. (…a lecturer.)
…muzykiem. (…a musician.)

– Czym się zajmujesz zawodowo? (What do you do?)
– Czym się Pan/Pani zajmuje zawodowo? (What do you do, Sir/Ma’am?)
– Pracuję jako… (I work as a…)
…lekarz. (…as a doctor.)
…farmaceuta. (…as a pharmacist.)
…agent nieruchomości. (…real estate agent.)

Now that you’ve learned how to talk about your age and spoken languages, and expressions like “I work as” in Polish, we can move on to other personal details.

3- Other Personal Details for Describing Yourself in Polish

There are certain details you can share about yourself when describing yourself in Polish during an introduction as well as when talking to family, friends, or colleagues in Polish. These details include:

1. Hobbies

W weekendy majsterkuję dla rozrywki.
“On weekends I do DIY for entertainment.”

Moim hobby jest fotografia.
“My hobby is photography.”

Dla relaksu maluję.
“I paint to relax.”

2. Likes and Dislikes

Likes:

Uwielbiam chodzić do kina.
“I enjoy going to the movies.”

W wolnym czasie lubię czytać.
“In my free time, I like to read.”

Kocham podróżować.
“I love travelling.”

Dislikes:

Nienawidzę głośnej muzyki.
“I hate loud music.”

Nie lubię próbować nowych potraw.
“I don’t like tasting new dishes.”

Nie przepadam za kotami.
“I don’t exactly love cats.”

3. Family Members

Nie mam rodzeństwa.
“I don’t have siblings.”

Mam brata.
“I have a brother.”

Mam dwie siostry.
“I have two sisters.”

4. Pets

Mam psa.
“I have a dog.”

Mam trzy koty.
“I have three cats.”

Nie mam żadnych zwierząt.
“I don’t have any pets.”

3. Context Matters: Learn about How to Introduce Yourself in Polish in Different Situations

If you’re looking for a Polish self-introduction to sound like a native speaker, this section is just perfect for you!

1- Introductions When Dealing with Peers

What I enjoy about Polish is that it has a very distinct difference between what’s formal and informal. An informal way of introducing yourself in the Polish language will come in handy in situations where you’re asked to say a few words about yourself by a group of peers. This is an example of a nice, informal introduction:

Cześć! Jestem Jonas i mam 22 lata. Pochodzę z Niemiec. W wolnym czasie lubię słuchać muzyki i spędzać czas z moimi przyjaciółmi.

“Hi! I’m Jonas and I’m 22 years old. I come from Germany. In my free time, I like listening to music and hanging out with my friends.”

Such an introduction would work equally fine on the Internet, for instance, as a description of yourself on your dating profile or on an online expat community website when you’re trying to make friends. To avoid confusion, add one more line: Nie mówię dobrze po polsku meaning “I don’t speak Polish very well.” To be able to have longer chats with your peers, it’s a good idea to find out a bit more about pop and traditional culture.

2- Introducing Yourself to People Older Than You

A formal way of introducing yourself in the Polish language is equally important. Especially when your partner is Polish, you may have to say a few words about yourself to his or her family when you meet them for the first time. Being able to do so in their native language will melt their hearts!

Bardzo miło mi Państwa poznać. Nazywam się Agnes i z zawodu jestem weterynarzem.
“It’s really nice to meet you all. My name is Agnes and I’m a veterinarian.”

Would you like to know beforehand what items you can expect in a Polish home? The PolishPod101 lesson “Inside the Polish Home” will come in handy!

3- Describing Yourself in Polish in a Work Environment

You may be asked to say a few words about yourself in a work environment. Here’s how to introduce yourself in Polish when someone puts you on the spot in a new workplace:

Witam wszystkich! Nazywam się Raul i pochodzę z Brazylii. Będę pracować tutaj jako programista.
“Hello everyone! My name is Raul and I come from Brazil. I’m going to work here as a programmer.”

As you can see, a good introduction requires a bit more than just saying “My name is” in Polish. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered!

4. Introducing Others

Finally, the last but not least important skill is learning how to introduce other people. This can be useful in both social situations and at work.

1- Introducing Others in a Social Situation

You can easily imagine a social situation when, for instance, you’ve brought a friend or your partner with you to a party. There are a few ways to introduce them to someone:

1. You can simply tell people each other’s names and indicate in their direction:

– Andrzej, Ivana. Ivana, Andrzej.

2. When introducing a friend or a partner, you can also tell people a bit about your relationship:

– Monika, poznaj moją dziewczynę Agatę.
– “Monika, please meet my girlfriend, Agata.”

– Tomek, to jest Wojtek z jogi, o którym tyle Ci opowiadałem.
– “Tomek, this is Wojtek from my yoga class I told you so much about.”

3. You can also opt for a fuller introduction, especially if you know that the two people have something in common:

– Maja, poznaj Marka. Marek, tak samo jak ty, uwielbia jazdę konną.
– “Maja, meet Marek. Marek, just like you, loves horse riding.”

2- Introducing Others at Work

Being able to introduce others at work is a very important skill, particularly for people working in HR departments and those in managerial positions in organizations. Here’s an example of how this can be done:

Czy mogę prosić wszystkich o uwagę? Chciałbym przedstawić wam Anję. Anja dołączy do naszego zespołu jako sekretarz spółki. Proszę, powitajmy ją serdecznie.

“Can I have everyone’s attention? I’d like you to meet Anja. Anja is joining our team in the role of company secretary. Let’s welcome her warmly.”

5. How to Get Better at Introducing Yourself and Others in Polish

Interesting things happen in your brain when you learn a language. However, you only get better at it by practicing it.

Don’t wait until your Polish is perfect; start looking for opportunities to communicate as soon as possible. You don’t need to do a flawless introduction the first time around. To boost your confidence, keep a Polish dictionary with you.

Are you scared that people will make fun of you? That’s a natural concern. You can try working on your Polish pronunciation to make sure others understand you. Ask native speakers for help and tell them not to shy away from correcting you.

Last but not least, smile. It has great benefits and helps to win other people’s hearts.

6. Final Thoughts

We hope you can now see why in Polish language-learning, how to introduce yourself is so vital. You need to know how to introduce yourself to make your first connections with native speakers, and to gain confidence in Polish. Today, you’ve learned how to describe yourself and introduce others.

With PolishPod101.com, you can truly polish your Polish skills (pun intended). There are many language tools around, but this one has been growing for over a decade. Can the users who’ve downloaded millions of lessons be wrong? When you learn Polish with PolishPod101.com, you get:

– Video presentations with native speakers
– 24/7 access to learning materials
– Innovative pronunciation tool
– New and dynamic content
– Premium PLUS option with a personal tutor available 24/7

Start learning by creating a free account now! With our constant support and your determination, you’ll be able to introduce yourself and speak Polish fluently before you know it!

But before you go: Let us know in the comments how you feel about introducing yourself in Polish now! Is there anything in particular you’re still struggling with? We love hearing from you, so don’t be afraid to reach out! 🙂

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.

1. Where in Poland Should You Look for Work?
2. Language Teaching Jobs in Poland
3. Blue-Collar Jobs in Poland
4. Office Jobs
5. Health-, Science-, and Technology-Related Jobs
6. Poland: Job Vacancy Tips
7. Final Thoughts

1. Where in Poland Should You Look for Work?

In Poland, like in other countries, you have better chances of finding a good job in a city. The bigger the city, the greater your chances are of encountering opportunities for foreigners. Here are some places you should consider in your search for a new life in Poland: 

A- Warsaw

The capital of Poland is home to many foreign companies. It’s also a popular city for foreign students. It’s not as cosmopolitan as some other European capitals, but every year there are more and more job openings for foreigners here. The city is home to many migrants, so it’s easier to make friends here than in other places.

Warsaw is also a beautiful city. Staying here, you could definitely enjoy its monuments and learn more about Polish history. 

B- Cracow   

Cracow is another large Polish city where many foreigners live. While Warsaw is situated in central Poland, Cracow is close to the mountains. If you find work here, you’ll be able to appreciate the natural beauty of Poland.

Are you afraid of Polish dragons? If there’s one place in Poland where you might meet them, it’s Cracow. Check out our lesson to hear the famous Polish legend about this creature.  

C- Tri-city

Tri-city really consists of three coastal cities: Gdańsk, Gdynia, and Sopot. Due to their close proximity to each other, you can easily live in one and work in another. There are many foreign jobs in Poland in this area. 

D- Wrocław

When considering where to live and work in Poland, you should definitely look into Wrocław. Many people living here praise the open-mindedness and friendliness of its inhabitants. 

…

This is not an extensive list of Polish cities. We have simply included those where finding work for foreigners is easiest.

The reason why big cities are a better place for foreigners to live and work in Poland is that more people will speak English there. Still, there are certain areas where you may encounter communication issues with people. While you can live in Poland knowing only English, you’ll be much better off if you learn at least a little Polish.

If you don’t speak Polish, being native or fluent in English is a must. The only exceptions are when applying for manual labor jobs or teaching jobs. These positions might include, for instance, a customer service agent in a foreign language or a language teacher. 

All that said, who can work in Poland?

Remember that work visas aren’t easy to obtain, save for specialized employees. Polish employers prefer to hire foreigners who are already allowed to work due to their visa status. Another group of people who are allowed to work in Poland are holders of EU passports. 

2. Language Teaching Jobs in Poland  

Language teaching jobs are probably the most common jobs in Poland available for foreigners. 

Native speakers of English, French, Spanish, or other European languages can find jobs in this sector pretty easily. Schools prefer people with teaching certificates or experience, but it’s possible to find jobs without them. For non-native speakers, teaching certificates and experience are usually a must.

There’s a number of places where you can look for education jobs. Poland offers many of them, so check back often: 

• LinkedIn
• Glassdoor
• Praca.pl

You should keep an eye on your social networks and join online expat communities. There are also portals that focus specifically on looking for jobs abroad, such as GoOverseas. Last but not least, some certificate and course centers have their own databases for job seekers.

3. Blue-Collar Jobs in Poland

Poland isn’t a good place to look for blue-collar jobs. Many blue-collar workers leave Poland to look for work in other countries. Some migrants from post-Soviet countries find employment in this sector, but they often learn Polish quickly and are therefore preferred in the workforce.

Wondering how to get a job in Poland as a blue-collar professional? It will be challenging without at least basic knowledge of Polish. Other European countries may offer better conditions. After all, there are many Polish blue-collar workers who work in other EU countries.

For people set on finding a blue-collar job, investing in Polish skills seems like a no-brainer. You can find job postings for this sector in regular online portals. Polish people use websites such as: 

• Praca.pl
• Pracuj.pl

4. Office Jobs  

There are many office jobs available in Poland for English speakers, as it’s an EU country. Numerous organizations and private companies are looking for English-speaking office staff. 

These positions are often in language support, including call center jobs and various other communication jobs. For PA’s and administrative support, knowing Polish at an advanced level is usually a must. Keep in mind that even when it’s not a requirement, it’s good to learn some Polish for the workplace.

Such jobs are best secured before arriving in the country. This will allow you to make sure that you’re happy with the salary and other conditions of your employment. For the same reasons, you may want to use recruitment agencies to find office jobs. Here’s a list of the 45 best ones operating in various sectors. You should also check job postings on LinkedIn or a Polish service similar to LinkedIn called Goldenline.

5. Health-, Science-, and Technology-Related Jobs

There’s a shortage of health specialists in Poland. However, due to working conditions and salaries, it isn’t an attractive market when compared with the rest of Europe. Language fluency is also typically required. You may still have some luck, but you’ll need to put in some extra effort. 

People with technical skills, such as software developers and graphic designers, will find a much better market for themselves. Many companies cooperate with foreign clients and that’s why the working language in some of them is English. This creates a great opportunity for people wondering how to get a job in Poland. 

➜ Before applying for one of these positions, you might want to brush up on your vocabulary related to technology, health, and science!

6. Poland: Job Vacancy Tips

A good way for people outside the European Union to get access to the Polish job market is to study in Poland. Students are allowed to work part-time and studies are a great opportunity to work on your Polish skills.

If you want to start working right away, you may have to settle for the most common jobs in Poland for foreigners. When you’re already allowed to work in this Eastern European country, you should consider communications and education jobs. Poland may have more to offer you as you improve your Polish language skills and gain some local work experience. 

Also, you shouldn’t underestimate the value of connections. If you know people or have family in Poland, tell them that you’re looking for a job. They may know of an opening or of a company that would be interested in having you.

Last but not least, learn some Polish job vocabulary, get the right skills for reading Polish job postings, and get prepared for your Polish job interview.

7. Final Thoughts

In this article, you learned some practical information on how to get a job in Poland. 

As you can see, the process is not always straightforward. Your options and success depend on a number of factors, such as whether you already have the right to work in Poland and the sector you work in. However, it’s easier to start your career in Poland if you’re a student there or want to do one of the most common jobs in Poland for foreigners. 

Learning Polish isn’t necessary for all jobs available in Poland. However, speaking the language well or fluently can make many more job opportunities available to you. What’s more, speaking the language will definitely make your life in Poland easier and nicer. 

The best way to learn Polish is by getting access to a platform that will offer you a personalized learning path. PolishPod101.com is such a platform.

We offer countless resources recorded by native speakers. You’ll improve your vocabulary on various topics as well as your listening comprehension skills. What’s more, our teachers can help you work on your business Polish, specifically. 

Don’t dilly-dally. Start your account with us today!

By the way, let us know in the comments if you have any questions we didn’t cover in this article—or if you’ve had success landing a job in Poland already! We look forward to hearing from you.

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 available to make Polish dating easy for you.

Table of Contents

1. Common Phrases You’ll Need for a Date
2. The Most Romantic Ideas for a Date
3. Must-know Valentine’s Day Vocabulary
4. Polish Love Phrases for Valentine’s Day
5. Polish Quotes about Love
6. Marriage Proposal Lines
7. 15 Most Common Break-Up Lines
8. Will Falling in Love Help You Learn Polish Faster?

Start with a bonus, and download the ‘How To be a Good Lover Cheat Sheet’ for FREE! (Logged-In Member Only)

1. Common Phrases You’ll Need for a Date

So, you have met your Polish love interest. Congratulations! Who knows where this could take you…?! However, the two of you have just met and you’re not ready to say the Polish word for love just yet. Great, it is better to get to know him/her first. Wow your prospective love by using these Polish date phrases to set up a spectacular first date.

Would you like to go out to dinner with me?

• Pójdziesz ze mną na kolację?

The important question! In most cultures, this phrase indicates: ‘I’m romantically interested in you’. Flirting in Polish is no different, so don’t take your date to Mcdonald’s!

Are you free this weekend?

• Jesteś wolna w ten weekend?

This is a preamble to asking your love interest on a date. If you get an immediate ‘Yes’, that’s good news!

Would you like to hang out with me?

• Chciałabyś coś razem porobić?

You like her/him, but you’re not sure if there’s chemistry. Ask them to hang out first to see if a dinner date is next.

What time shall we meet tomorrow?

• O której się jutro spotykamy?

Set a time, and be sure to arrive early! Nothing spoils a potential relationship more than a tardy date.

Where shall we meet?

• Gdzie się spotkamy?

You can ask this, but also suggest a place.

You look great.

• Wyglądasz świetnie.

A wonderful ice breaker! This phrase will help them relax a bit – they probably took great care to look their best just for you.

You are so cute.

• Jesteś taka śliczna.

If the two of you are getting on really well, this is a fun, flirtatious phrase to use.

What do you think of this place?

• Co sądzisz o tym miejscu?

This another good conversation starter. Show off your Polish language skills!

Can I see you again?

• Czy mogę cię znów zobaczyć?

So the date went really well – don’t waste time! Make sure you will see each other again.

Shall we go somewhere else?

• Chcesz iść gdzieś indziej?

If the place you meet at is not great, you can suggest going elsewhere. It is also a good question to follow the previous one. Variety is the spice of life!

I know a good place.

• Znam dobre miejsce.

Use this with the previous question. However, don’t say if you don’t know a good place!

I will drive you home.

• Będę jechać do domu.

If your date doesn’t have transport, this is a polite, considerate offer. However, don’t be offended if she/he turns you down on the first date. Especially a woman might not feel comfortable letting you drive her home when the two of you are still basically strangers.

That was a great evening.

• To był wspaniały wieczór.

This is a good phrase to end the evening with.

When can I see you again?

• Kiedy mogę cię znów zobaczyć?

If he/she replied ‘Yes’ to ‘Can I see you again?’, this is the next important question.

I’ll call you.

• Zadzwonię do ciebie.

Say this only if you really mean to do it. In many cultures, this could imply that you’re keeping the proverbial backdoor open.

Sneak Peek! Log in to Download this Cheat Sheet!

2. The Most Romantic Ideas for a Date

You learned all the Polish phrases to make a date – congratulations! Now you have to decide where to meet, which can be tricky. Discuss these options with your lover to gauge whether you like the same things. Check out romantic date ideas in Polish below!

museum

• muzeum

If you’re looking for unique date ideas that are fun but won’t break the bank, museums are the perfect spot! You won’t be running out of things to say in the conversations.

candlelit dinner

• kolacja przy świecach

A candlelit dinner is perhaps best to reserve for when the relationship is getting serious. It’s very intimate, and says: “Romance!” It’s a fantastic choice if you’re sure you and your date are in love with each other!

go to the zoo

• iść do zoo

This is a good choice for shy lovers who want to get the conversation going. Just make sure your date likes zoos, as some people dislike them. Maybe not for the first date, but this is also a great choice if your lover has children – you’ll win his/her adoration for inviting them along!

go for a long walk

• pójść na długi spacer

Need to talk about serious stuff, or just want to relax with your date? Walking together is soothing, and a habit you can keep up together always! Just make sure it’s a beautiful walk that’s not too strenuous.

go to the opera

• iść do opery

This type of date should only be attempted if both of you love the opera. It can be a special treat, followed by a candlelit dinner!

go to the aquarium

• iść do akwarium

Going to the aquarium is another good idea if you need topics for conversation, or if you need to impress your lover’s kids! Make sure your date doesn’t have a problem with aquariums.

walk on the beach

• spacerować po plaży

This can be a very romantic stroll, especially at night! The sea is often associated with romance and beauty.

have a picnic

• urządzić piknik

If you and your date need to get more comfortable together, this can be a fantastic date. Spending time in nature is soothing and calms the nerves.

cook a meal together

• ugotować posiłek

If you want to get an idea of your date’s true character in one go, this is an excellent date! You will quickly see if the two of you can work together in a confined space. If it works, it will be fantastic for the relationship and create a sense of intimacy. If not, you will probably part ways!

have dinner and see a movie

• zjeść kolację i obejrzeć film

This is traditional date choice works perfectly well. Just make sure you and your date like the same kind of movies!

3. Must-know Valentine’s Day Vocabulary

Expressing your feelings honestly is very important in any relationship all year round. Yet, on Valentine’s Day you really want to shine. Impress your lover this Valentine’s with your excellent vocabulary, and make his/her day! We teach you, in fun, effective ways, the meanings of the words and how to pronounce them. You can also copy the characters and learn how to write ‘I love you’ in Polish – think how impressed your date will be!

4. Polish Love Phrases for Valentine’s Day

So, you now have the basic Valentine’s Day vocabulary under your belt. Well done! But, do you know how to say ‘I love you’ in Polish yet? Or perhaps you are still only friends. So, do you know how to say ‘I like you’ or ‘I have a crush on you’ in Polish? No? Don’t worry, here are all the love phrases you need to bowl over your Polish love on this special day!

I love you.

• Kocham cię.

Saying ‘I love you’ in Polish carries the same weight as in all languages. Use this only if you’re sure and sincere about your feelings for your partner/friend.

You mean so much to me.

• Znaczysz dla mnie tak wiele.

This is a beautiful expression of gratitude that will enhance any relationship! It makes the receiver feel appreciated and their efforts recognized.

Will you be my Valentine?

• Będziesz moją Walentynką?

With these words, you are taking your relationship to the next level! Or, if you have been a couple for a while, it shows that you still feel the romance. So, go for it!

You’re so beautiful.

• Jesteś taka piękna.

If you don’t know how to say ‘You’re pretty’ in Polish, this is a good substitute, gentlemen!

I think of you as more than a friend.

• Jesteś dla mnie kimś więcej niż tylko przyjacielem.

Say this if you are not yet sure that your romantic feelings are reciprocated. It is also a safe go-to if you’re unsure about the Polish dating culture.

A hundred hearts would be too few to carry all my love for you.

• Sto serc to zbyt mało, żeby pomieścić całą miłość, jaką do ciebie czuję.

You romantic you…! When your heart overflows with love, this would be the best phrase to use.

Love is just love. It can never be explained.

• Miłość to po prostu miłość, nie można jej wytłumaczyć.

If you fell in love unexpectedly or inexplicably, this one’s for you.

You’re so handsome.

• Jesteś taki przystojny.

Ladies, this phrase lets your Polish love know how much you appreciate his looks! Don’t be shy to use it; men like compliments too.

I’ve got a crush on you.

• Podobasz mi się.

If you like someone, but you’re unsure about starting a relationship, it would be prudent to say this. It simply means that you like someone very, very much and think they’re amazing.

You make me want to be a better man.

• Sprawiasz, że chcę być lepszym człowiekiem.

Gentlemen, don’t claim this phrase as your own! It hails from the movie ‘As Good as it Gets’, but it is sure to make your Polish girlfriend feel very special. Let her know that she inspires you!

Let all that you do be done in love.

• Niech wszystko co robisz, będzie robione w miłości.

We hope.

You are my sunshine, my love.

• Jesteś moim słońcem, moją miłością.

A compliment that lets your lover know they bring a special quality to your life. Really nice!

Words can’t describe my love for you.

• Mojej miłości do ciebie nie da się wyrazić słowami.

Better say this when you’re feeling serious about the relationship! It means that your feelings are very intense.

We were meant to be together.

• Jesteśmy sobie przeznaczeni.

This is a loving affirmation that shows you see a future together, and that you feel a special bond with your partner.

If you were thinking about someone while reading this, you’re definitely in love.

• Jeśli myślałeś o kimś, gdy to czytałeś, to bez wątpienia jesteś zakochany.

Here’s something fun to tease your lover with. And hope he/she was thinking of you!

5. Polish Quotes about Love

You’re a love champ! You and your Polish lover are getting along fantastically, your dates are awesome, your Valentine’s Day together was spectacular, and you’re very much in love. Good for you! Here are some beautiful phrases of endearment in Polish that will remind him/her who is in your thoughts all the time.

6. Marriage Proposal Lines

Wow. Your Polish lover is indeed the love of your life – congratulations! And may only happiness follow the two of you! In most traditions, the man asks the woman to marry; this is also the Polish custom. Here are a few sincere and romantic lines that will help you to ask your lady-love for her hand in marriage.

7. 15 Most Common Break-Up Lines

Instead of moving towards marriage or a long-term relationship, you find that the spark is not there for you. That is a pity! But even though breaking up is never easy, continuing a bad or unfulfilling relationship would be even harder. Remember to be kind to the person you are going to say goodbye to; respect and sensitivity cost nothing. Here are some phrases to help you break up gently.

8. Will Falling in Love help you Learn Polish faster?

Most people will agree that the above statement is a no-brainer – of course it will! Your body will be flooded with feel-good hormones, which are superb motivators for anything. PolishPod101 is one of the best portals to help help make this a reality, so don’t hesitate to enroll now! Let’s quickly look at the reasons why falling in love will speed up your learning of the Polish language.

Three Reasons Why Having a Lover will Help you Learn Polish Faster!

1- Being in a love relationship with your Polish speaking partner will immerse you in the culture
PolishPod101 uses immersive methods and tools to teach you Polish, but having a relationship with a native speaker will be a very valuable addition to your learning experience! You will gain exposure to their world, realtime and vividly, which will make the language come alive even more for you. The experience is likely to expand your world-view, which should motivate you to learn Polish even faster.

2- Having your Polish romantic partner will mean more opportunity to practice speaking
Nothing beats continuous practice when learning a new language. Your partner will probably be very willing to assist you in this, as your enhanced Polish language skills will enhance the relationship. Communication is, after all, one of the most important pillars of a good partnership. Also, you will get to impress your lover with the knowledge gained through your studies – a win/win situation!

3- A supportive Polish lover is likely to make a gentle, patient teacher and study aid!
With his/her heart filled with love and goodwill for you, your Polish partner is likely to patiently and gently correct your mistakes when you speak. This goes not only for grammar, but also for accent and meaning. With his/her help, you could sound like a native in no time!

Three Reasons Why PolishPod101 helps you learn Polish Even Faster when you’re In Love

Start with a bonus, and download the ‘How To be a Good Lover Cheat Sheet’ for FREE! (Logged-In Member Only)

1- All the Resources and Materials Will Help Both of You
Falling in love with a man or woman speaking Polish is an opportunity for both of you to learn a new language! For this reason, every lesson, transcript, vocabulary list, and resource at PolishPod101 is translated into both English and Polish. So, while your partner can help you learn Polish faster, you can potentially also help him/her learn and master English!

2- Lessons Are Designed to Help You Understand and Engage with Polish Culture
At PolishPod101, our focus is to help our students learn practical vocabulary and phrases used by everyday people in Poland. This means that, from your very first lesson, you can apply what you learn immediately! So, when your Polish partner wants to go out to a restaurant, play Pokemon Go, or attend just about any social function, you have the vocabulary and phrases necessary to have a great time!

3- Access to Special Resources Dedicated to Romantic Polish Phrases
You now have access to PolishPod101’s specially-developed sections and tools to teach you love words, phrases, and cultural insights to help you find and attract your Polish soul mate. A personal tutor will assist you to master these brilliantly – remember to invite him/her to your wedding!

So, you’re heading for Poland 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 Polish in easy and fun ways is important to you, you’ve come to the right place at PolishPod101.

1. Must-Know Polish Greetings

Start straight away with this greeting lesson. It’s short, but it packs a punch!

This short, but powerful lesson teaches you the basic ways to greet someone correctly in Polish! At PolishPod101, you will be taught the correct pronunciation and intonation, as well as the correct times to greet in Polish. And you will have fun!

The focus of this lesson is Greetings in Polish

Topic 1: Greetings – “Hello”

Sentence from the lesson:

‘Cześć’
“Hello (Informal Greeting)”

Cześć means “Hi” or “Hello.” Another informal greeting is Siema! This phrase also means “Hi,” but it is only used by young people. Besides, Hej! Hej! is very common. It’s exactly the same as English “Hey.”

For Example:

Dzień dobry! Dobry wieczór!
“Good day,” “Good evening” (Formal Greetings)

Topic 2: Greetings – “good-bye”

Sentence from the lesson:

‘Pa pa!’
“Good-bye (informal)”

In formal situations, Polish people usually say Do widzenia! when leaving. Do widzenia means “Good-bye.”

Language Tip!

Siema is an abbreviation of Jak się masz, which means “How are you?,” but we just use it in the same way as “Hi.” It’s a very common greeting among young people. You will find, as you continue to study Polish, that new greetings constantly appear among young people, who often come up new uses for well-known phrases—or their abbreviations.

2. Common Ways to Say Hello in Polish

Standing at the airport in a foreign country for the first time can be a somewhat scary experience for anyone, especially if you need assistance. However, don’t worry – at PolishPod101 we teach you how to quickly get a local’s attention with friendly, correct Polish greetings! You are more likely to get helped this way.

Here is our Polish greetings list of all the general ways to address a person upon meeting. It is tailored for formal and informal situations.

1- Good morning.

Dzień dobry.

‘Good morning’ in Polish is acceptable any time between approximately 5:30am and 12:00pm, when the day is still young. And smile – it’s the universal ice-breaker!

2- Good evening

Dobry wieczór.

This greeting is one you would use casually when night begins to fall. Address your friends, close family or close acquaintances, and those who are not your superiors, with this phrase.

3- How are you?

Jak się masz?

Show your friendly interest in another person’s well-being by asking this question. This is the casual greeting form that you would use with your friends and family. For the sake of the friendship, it would be good to listen carefully to the answer! It shows caring and selflessness on your part.

4- How have you been?

Co u ciebie?

This is a good question to ask someone you have not seen for a while. The inference is that some catching-up is needed!

5- What’s up?

Jak tam?

An universally informal and energetic way to greet your friends or equals! Literally, it means ‘What’s going on in your life?’, yet often no answer is expected. It’s just a greeting! Crazy, right?!

6- Long time no see.

Dawno się nie widzieliśmy.

This phrase means is another greeting comment that means “I have not seen you for a while!” Often, no response is expected, except to reciprocate.

7- Hey!

Hej!

This is a friendly exclamation to greet your friends or equals with. Reserve its use more for people you see regularly!

8- Good afternoon.

Dzień dobry.

‘Good afternoon’ in Polish is an informal greeting and is used during the second part of the day. The appropriate period falls, in most cultures, from 12:00am till sunset.

9- How’s it going?

Jak leci?

This greeting phrase basically means the same as ‘How are things progressing?’, ‘How are things going in your life?’ or even ‘What’s up?’ Depending on the friendship, a lengthy answer is not always expected.

10- It’s nice to see you again.

Miło cię widzieć.

This friendly, welcoming phrase is best used after greeting someone you have not seen for a while. If you mean it, you will make the person feel special! This is a good thing to say to make someone feel welcome in Polish.

11- How’s everything?

Jak leci?

This is a variation of ‘How’s it going?’ Use casually with your equals or close acquaintances.

12- How’s your day?

Jak leci?

Ask this when you’re speaking to your Polish friend during the day. It’s a friendly phrase to start a conversation with.

13- Yo!

Siema!

Yo! is English slang and a universal greeting popular among young men of most nationalities. Rather don’t answer the phone with this, unless you know your caller well!

14- Hello!

Cześć!

Suitable for use in most settings, situations and persons, this is an important Polish greeting to know. Be sure to master this word first at PolishPod101!

15- It’s nice to meet you.

Miło cię poznać.

When meeting someone for the first time, this is a polite and friendly way to welcome them. It means you are happy to make their acquaintance.

3. Why Should You Choose PolishPod101 To Learn How To Greet In Polish?

Online learning systems abound, and it’s not easy to know which one will suit your needs best. This means you have to be careful and select a system with a good reputation, and that has proven longevity. PolishPod101, which is part of InnovativeLearning.com, ticks all the boxes! With millions of lesson downloads and over a decade of teaching, we can say with confidence that this is one of the best language learning systems on the web. Why is it such an excellent system? Let us count the ways…

1- Video Presentations with Native Speakers

Friendly native Polish speakers guide you step-by-step through the process of learning vocabulary, phrases and much more. They demonstrate correct pronunciation and emphasis of the words, so as to ensure that you speak like a native when you’re done! Watching the enthusiastic tutors makes not only for a pleasant and more personal experience – it also allows you to copy mouth and lip movements. It’s like learning from your own Polish friend in your own home!

2- Superb Flexibility with 24/7 Access to Learning Material – Anywhere and on Any Device connected to the Internet!

PC, Android, iPhone, iPad, laptop, even TV – whatever device you prefer! Go online with our FREE app to do your lessons, no matter where you are or which device you are using. All you need is a good internet connection to log on and learn to speak Polish at your own pace, in your own place!

3- Pronunciation Tool Ensures You Really Speak Polish!

In any language, correct pronunciation is often crucial. The nuances in language require this, or you could find yourself saying things you don’t mean. You will find our Pronunciation Tool invaluable to wrap your mouth around the correct way to greet in Polish!

4- Our Content is Always New and Dynamic

Every week, new audio and video lessons are uploaded, so as to keep our promise that learning Polish with PolishPod101 is always fun and exciting! In addition, you will get access to bonus material and basic Polish phrases. These are a fantastic way to build your comprehension and speaking skills!

5- Need to Fast Track your Learning? We Have the Solution!

Most learning activities are more fun when you’re not doing them alone. For this reason we developed Premium PLUS, which gives you a personal tutor – 24/7! Also, this way you’re likely to learn to speak Polish much faster!

So, if our lively Polish blog is not enough for you, just upgrade to Premium PLUS to get your very own teacher. Personalised goals and lessons based on your needs, assessment of your progress, non-stop feedback and many other super features makes this a very attractive option.

Say ‘Hello’ to a wonderful, exciting way to learn another language, and learn how to say ‘Hello’ in Polish in no time! You will be very happy you did!

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 around the world!

Table of Contents

1. Top One Million Words You Need to Know for April Fools’ Day
2. Polish Phrases You Can Use on April Fools’ Day
3. Some of the Coolest April Fools’ Pranks To Play on Anybody
4. How Can PolishPod101 Make Your April Fools’ Day Special?
5. Top 1000 Most Useful Phrases in Polish – Testing New Technology

1. Top One Million Words You Need to Know for April Fools’ Day

Do you want to know how to say April Fools’ Day in Polish? Well, there are millions of ways and words, but here are the top one million Polish words you really need to know! Simply click this link. Here are some of them you will find useful:

1. joke – dowcip
2. funny – zabawny
3. fool – głupiec
4. April 1st – pierwszy kwietnia
5. deceptive – złudny
6. surprise – zaskakiwać
7. sneaky – podstępny
8. play a joke – zażartować
9. lie – kłamać
10. humor – humor
11. prank – psikus
12. prankster – dowcipniś

2. Polish Phrases You Can Use on April Fools’ Day

Don’t limit yourself to practical jokes – use these April Fools’ phrases in Polish to prank your favorite Polish friend or colleague!

1. All classes for today got canceled.
   • Dzisiaj odwołano wszystkie zajęcia.
2. I’m sorry, but I’ve just broken your favorite pair of glasses.
   • Przepraszam, ale właśnie stłukłem twoją ulubioną parę okularów.
3. Someone has just hit your car.
   • Ktoś właśnie uderzył w twój samochód.
4. You won a free ticket.
   • Wygrałeś darmowy bilet.
5. I saw your car being towed.
   • Widziałem jak twój samochód był holowany.
6. They’re giving away free gift cards in front of the building.
   • Przed budynkiem rozdają darmowe karty upominkowe.
7. A handsome guy is waiting for you outside.
   • Przystojny mężczyzna czeka na ciebie na zewnątrz.
8. A beautiful lady asked me to give this phone number to you.
   • Piękna kobieta poprosiła mnie, żebym dał tobie ten numer telefonu.
9. Can you come downstairs? I have something special for you.
   • Możesz zejść na dół? Mam coś dla ciebie.
10. Thank you for your love letter this morning. I never could have guessed your feelings.
    • Dziękuję za ten list miłosny, który dałaś mi rano. Nigdy nie przypuszczałem, że coś do mnie czujesz.
11. I’m getting married.
    • Wychodzę za mąż.
12. I learned Polish in 1 month.
    • Nauczyłem się polskiego w 1 miesiąc.

Choose your victims carefully, though; the idea is to get them to laugh with you, not to hurt their feelings or humiliate them in front of others. Be extra careful if you choose to play a prank on your boss – you don’t want to antagonize them with an inappropriate joke.

3. Some of the Coolest April Fools’ Pranks To Play on Anybody

Right, now that you know the top million April Fools’ words in Polish, let’s look at some super pranks and tricks to play on friends, colleagues and family. Some April Fools ideas never grow old, while new ones are born every year.

Never joke in such a way that it hurts anyone, or humiliates them badly in front of others – the idea is for everybody to laugh and enjoy the fun! Respect is still key, no matter what day of the year it is.

1- Infestation

This trick is so simple, yet so creepy, it’s almost unbelievable. Take black paper, cut out the silhouette of a giant cockroach, a spider or another insect, and stick it inside the lampshade of a table lamp. When the lamp is switched on, it will look like a monstrous insect is sitting inside the lampshade. Or, get a whole lot of realistic-looking plastic insects, and spread them over a colleague’s desk and chair, or, at home, over the kids’ beds etc. Creep-factor: stellar.

2- Which One Doesn’t Fit?

Put the photo of a celebrity or a notorious politician in a frame, and take it to work on April Fools’ Day. Hang the photo on the staff picture wall, and wait. You’ll be surprised how long it can take for people to notice that one picture doesn’t fit.

3- Something Weird in the Restroom

At work, replace the air freshener in the restroom with something noxious like insect killer, oven cleaner or your own odious mixture in a spray bottle. Be sure to cover the bottle’s body so no one suspects a swap.

Or paint a bar of soap with clear nail polish, and leave it at the hand wash basin. It will not lather.

Or, if your workplace’s restroom has partitioned toilets with short doors, arrange jeans or trousers and shoes on all but one of the toilet covers, so it looks like every stall is occupied. Now wait for complaints, and see how long it takes for someone to figure out the April Fools’ Day prank. You’ll probably wish you had a camera inside the restroom. But, unless you don’t mind getting fired, don’t put your own recording device in there!

4- Call Me Funny

Prepare and print out a few posters with the following instructions: Lion Roar Challenge! Call this number – 123-456-7890 – and leave your best lion’s roar as voicemail! Best roarer will be announced April 10 in the cafeteria. Prize: $100. (Lion’s roar is just an example; you can use any animal call, or even a movie character’s unique sound, such as Chewbacca from Star Wars. The weirder, the funnier. Obviously!) Put the posters up in the office where most of the staff is likely to see them. Now wait for the owner of the number to visit you with murderous intent. Have a conciliatory gift ready that’s not a prank.

5- Minty Cookies

This is another simple but hugely effective prank – simply separate iced cookies, scrape off the icing, and replace it with toothpaste. Serve during lunch or tea break at work, or put in your family’s lunch boxes. Be sure to take photos of your victim’s faces when they first bite into your April Fools’ cookies.

6- Wild Shopping

At your local grocer, place a realistic-looking plastic snake or spider among the fresh vegetables. Now wait around the corner for the first yell.

7- The Oldest Trick in the Book

Don’t forget probably the oldest, yet very effective April Fools’ joke in the book – smearing hand cream or Vaseline on a door handle that most staff, family or friends are likely to use. Yuck to the max!

8- Sneeze On Me

Another golden oldie is also gross, yet harmless and utterly satisfying as a prank. Fill a small spray bottle that you can easily conceal with water. Walk past a friend, colleague or one of your kids, and fake a sneeze while simultaneously spraying them with a bit of water. Expect to be called a totally disgusting person. Add a drop of lovely smelling essential oil to the water for extra confusion.

9- Word Play Repairs

Put a fresh leek in the hand wash basin at home or work, and then tell your housemates or colleagues this: “There’s a huge leak in the restroom/bathroom basin, it’s really serious. Please can someone go have a look?!” Expect exasperation and smiles all around. Note that this prank is only likely to work where people understand English well.

10- Scary Face

Print out a very scary face on an A4 sheet of paper, and place it in a colleague’s, or one of your kid’s drawers, so it’s the first thing they see when they open the drawer. You may not be very popular for a while.

11- Wake Up To Madness

Put foamy shaving cream, or real whipped cream on your hand, and wake your kid up by tickling their nose with it. As long as they get the joke, this could be a wonderful and fun way to start April Fools’ Day.

12- Computer Prank

This one’s fabulous, if you have a bit of time to fiddle with a colleague, friend or your kid’s computer. It is most effective on a computer where most of the icons they use are on the desktop background itself (as opposed to on the bottom task bar).

Take and save a screenshot of their desktop with the icons. Set this screenshot as their background image. Now delete all the working icons. When they return to their computer, wait for the curses when no amount of clicking on the icons works.

13- Monster Under the Cup

This one will also work well anywhere people meet. Take a paper cup, and write the following on it in black pen: “Danger! Don’t lift, big spider underneath.” Place it upside-down on prominent flat surface, such as a kitchen counter, a colleague’s desk or a restaurant table. Expect some truly interesting responses.

14- Prank Door

Write in large letters on a large and noticeable piece of paper: PUSH. Tape this notice on a door that should be pulled to open, and watch the hilarious struggle of those clever souls who actually read signs.

4. How Can PolishPod101 Make Your April Fools’ Day Special?

If you happen to visit Poland, or if you work for any Polish company, knowing the above Polish prankster phrases can really lighten up your day. Showing you have a sense of humor can go a long way to cement good relationships in any situation. These phrases are at your disposal for free, as well as are these 100 core Polish words, which you will learn how to pronounce perfectly.

Also, don’t stop at learning April Fools’ phrases in Polish – bone up your Polish language skills with these FREE key phrases. Yes, PolishPod101 doesn’t joke when it comes to effective, fun and easy learning.

Now, as a bonus, test our super-learning technology, and learn the Top 1000 most useful phrases in Polish below! But that’s not all. Read on to learn how you can be eligible for large enrollment discounts at PolishPod101.

5. Top 1000 Most Useful Phrases in Polish – testing new technology

Help us by being a language guinea pig! Listen to this video above with embedded cutting-edge, frequency-based learning technology that enables you to learn large amounts of data in record time.

• Note: This technology is in beta-phase of development, and we invite your input for fine-tuning.
• To participate: Watch the video for instructions, and leave a comment to rate it. Your comment will make you eligible for large enrollment-fee discounts. To watch the video, please click the play button.

Thank you for helping PolishPod101! We’re serious about making learning Polish fun.

Not only is it possible to learn Polish in your car, there are 3 great benefits that will help you master the language faster and with less effort.

With everyone so pressed for time these days, it might seem like a daydream to believe that you could learn Polish in your car—but it’s not! Thanks to a wide range of new technologies and resources, learning a language in your car is easier than ever. Not only is it easy to learn a language while driving, there are actually a number of benefits, especially if the lessons are part of a structured learning program like PolishPod101. Here are three specific benefits to learning Polish or any other new language in your car.

Create Your Free Account and Learn Polish from the Very Beginning!

1. Transform Downtime into Progress

How much time do you spend commuting to and from work? Learning a language in your car transforms your commute time into tangible progress towards your dream. So instead of being stressed over how much time you are “wasting” on errands and daily commutes, you can decompress and have some fun while you learn Polish in your car!

2. Daily Exposure Leads to Passive Learning

Practice makes perfect and learning a new language is no different. The daily exposure you get when you learn Polish while driving helps improve listening comprehension, pronunciation, and of course helps build vocabulary and improve grammar. Don’t worry: You don’t need to memorize everything as you listen in Polish while driving. Just having continuous exposure to a foreign language helps you improve your vocabulary, learn faster, and ultimately retain more through passive learning.

3. Learning While Driving is Fun

Learning a new language does require a serious commitment, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! When you learn Polish in your car, you get to take some time away from the PC or smartphone and immerse yourself in the language instead of just “studying” it.

Plus, there are a number of “fun” activities that you can do and still learn in your car, such as:
– Singing Along with Polish Songs
– Playing Word Games or Trivia
– Just Listening Along and Seeing How Much You Can Pick Up and Understand

Yes, you can learn a language while driving and have loads of fun doing it. Now let’s take a look at some specific things you can listen to while driving to help you learn a new language.

BONUS: 3 Ways to Learn Polish in Your Car

–Listen to Podcasts: Typically designed to focus on one topic or lesson, podcasts are a great way to learn a language while driving. Unfortunately, podcasts are rarely at the same listening/comprehension level as the language learner so listeners may not get their full value. But at PolishPod101, our podcasts are created for every skill level so you don’t waste any time on material that isn’t relevant or suited to your exact needs.

–Sing Along to Polish Songs: Remember, just immersing yourself in a language can create passive learning and improve your pronunciation. Plus, with PolishPod101, you can sing along and memorize the lyrics, and then look the words up and add them to your personal dictionary.

–Playing Word Games or Trivia: There are audio games available online that you can download to any media device and listen to on your commute. Although we recommend this option for more advanced users, games are a fun and productive way to learn Polish in your car because they require listening and comprehension skills.

Get the Free eBook of Your Choice to Start Learning One of our 34 Languages

You won’t recognize or understand every word you hear in a Polish song, podcast, or game—but that’s ok. The daily repetition and immersion in the language leads to passive learning that gradually increases your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. And the greater your foundation in grammar and vocabulary, the more you’ll understand and learn from the audio lessons, podcasts, or whatever you listen to while learning Polish in your car.

Yes, you can learn Polish while driving because it leads to passive learning via daily immersion in the language. Although you may not understand all or even most of what you hear at first, the exposure helps improve pronunciation, vocabulary, and even grammar over time. Learning a language while driving also helps transform your commute into exciting “exotic adventures” that secretly teach you Polish in the process. Podcasts, songs, and even games can all help you learn Polish in your car while eliminating the “boring commute” in the process!

At PolishPod101, we have more than 2500+ HD audio lessons and podcasts for every skill level that you can download and use to learn Polish while driving!
So don’t forget to sign up for a Free Lifetime Account on PolishPod101.com to access tons of FREE lessons and features to become fluent in Polish!

Stuck in traffic? Losing time in your car? Have you ever felt that in all this wasted time, you could have watched the 750 episodes of One Piece, finished the last Super Mario ten times, or even better…you could have learned Polish? Between family, friends and work, in addition to this time-consuming commute, it can become difficult to find time to properly learn Polish.

Fortunately, every problem has a solution, and what could be a better solution than turning that commute time into learning time? Stop passing the time mindlessly listening to the radio and try some of our best tips for mastering Polish in your car!

Click Here To Start Learning Polish Right Now!

You can learn Polish in your car, hands free
While driving, it’s important that you keep your focus on the road, so this is why our top tips won’t require you to use your hands!

Listening to Polish audio content in the car is a good way to learn
This is because it is a fun and efficient way to learn. With PolishPod101.com podcasts, you will be able to discover Polish culture through topics about everyday life. Instead of the radio, listen to a Polish podcast adapted to your level, from Absolute Beginner to Advanced, and you will make progress sooner that you would expect!

You can listen to Polish music in the car
Did you know that you can learn Polish by singing while driving? Listen to songs from cartoon or drama and try to identify some words you learned.

Challenge yourself! Use the Polish you’ve studied up to this point and see how much you understand! Making the jump to real-life Polish is a scary one, but friendly children’s songs are a great place to start!

Click Here To Sign Up For A FREE Lifetime Account!

You can learn alone in your car
When you’re driving alone, you can be as loud as you want – there is nothing better for remembering your Polish lessons than repeating loudly, again and again. Next time you see a driver who seems to be talking alone, you will know he or she is just learning Polish!

You can learn through repetition with your passengers
If there are passengers in the car, it can be more stimulating to learn together. You can set a role play with Polish dialogues. With PolishPod101.com, you can download all the lessons transcript including the dialogues, as a PDF. Print it out and have some fun speaking in Polish!

One of the passengers can answer the quiz available on each of our lessons, while another can correct that person. Listening to someone at a more advanced level of Polish or a better accent is positive and helps you improve.

You can learn Polish offline
Do you have a poor connection or are unable to use the Internet? It’s not a problem for learning Polish! Before you start your commute, use our App to download the lessons you want to study and the podcast you want to listen to in your car, and you will be able to enjoy your lessons offline. Entering a tunnel won’t be a problem anymore. What a pleasure to listen to audio content without having the host freezing every 5 seconds!

Click here to download the App and learn offline!

You can learn every day at your own pace
One of the best approaches for learning a language is little by little and often. It’s not efficient to take in a huge amount of information at one time. What you need is to study on a regular basis – a little bit of Polish every day. You commute several days a week, and that is all time you can take advantage of!

You have the freedom to choose the lessons and podcasts you want to focus on, at your own rhythm. You may want to do a little revision or discover how to talk about a new topic. And if you’re wondering what to learn next, you can use the new Learning Paths, which is our customized pathway feature that gives you a step-by-step way to learn Polish without getting lost!

Click here to access Learning Paths at PolishPod101!

If you don’t have a car and commute by another method, these tips are still valid! Learning Polish is no longer limited to the classroom or your house; there are so many benefits to learning in your car or elsewhere. Reaching a conversational level will take you less time than you could ever have imagined! Don’t forget to sign up for your Free Lifetime Account and enjoy our content!