Many people come to Poland to learn Polish or study. Regardless of the level of education you’re trying to obtain, Polish classroom phrases will come in handy. It’s also good to know them for cultural reasons, for instance, to understand better what’s happening in Polish movies or series. Of course, it’d also be very useful to know them for general Polish language learning.The knowledge of the most common Polish phrases used in the classroom is also very helpful in understanding more about the country’s culture. The way that teachers and students interact allows you to better understand the levels of formality in the Polish language.Please note that Polish is a gendered language, and genders will be marked in this blog post as follows: ... Show more

Vocabulary related to animals is among the most important items for beginners to study. Especially if you’re an animal lover, learning about specific animals living in Poland and memorizing the Polish names of animals from your own country can be a fun way to broaden your language skills.  Polish animals don’t differ much from those you would find in other European countries. Are you curious what they are? Keep reading and learn tons of useful words for talking about animals in the Polish language. Table of Contents Pets Farm Animals Various Land Animals Marine / Aquatic Animals Bugs and Insects Birds, Reptiles & Amphibians Animal Body Parts Animal-Related Expressions Final Thoughts ... 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

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

Do you remember the moment you fell in love with languages? Do you desire to learn or advance in Polish quickly and effectively? Then you need a Polish tutor. A common question that first-time language-learners ask is "Where do I begin?" The answer? Guidance. For native English-speakers who want to learn Asian languages, for example, timelines provided by the U.S. Foreign Service Institute can appear discouraging. However, defeating these odds is not unheard of. If you want to beat the odds yourself, one of the best learning options is a subscription to Premium PLUS from Innovative Language. As an active Premium PLUS member of JapanesePod101.com and KoreanClass101.com myself, I have an enjoyable experience learning at an accelerated... Show more

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