Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / ENGLISH STILL PROFITABLE IN POLAND? [78]
I don't really have much of an accent tbh.
It's mild and easy to follow :)
I don't really have much of an accent tbh.
It's mild and easy to follow :)
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / ENGLISH STILL PROFITABLE IN POLAND? [78]
Didn't think of that :)
The relevant churches will be duly consulted :)
Didn't think of that :)
The relevant churches will be duly consulted :)
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / Polish-Hungarian friendship - reality till today or just a phantasmagoria [144]
The Poles and Hungarians share a love of leczo, gulasz and bogracz. Oh, and pancakes. Good enough for me.
The Poles and Hungarians share a love of leczo, gulasz and bogracz. Oh, and pancakes. Good enough for me.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / Euro Trash - does it still exist and what is the Polish variety like? [15]
I've never drunk punch at Hogmanay, dunno what you mean.
I love haggis and bigos. Haggis is served on Jan 25, not at Xmas. We eat turkey with Brussels Sprouts and neeps then.
Żubrówka, what did my American friend say, "bison's pis*'. I quite like it but it's overrated.
I've never drunk punch at Hogmanay, dunno what you mean.
I love haggis and bigos. Haggis is served on Jan 25, not at Xmas. We eat turkey with Brussels Sprouts and neeps then.
Żubrówka, what did my American friend say, "bison's pis*'. I quite like it but it's overrated.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / DECENCY RATINGS FOR THE INTERNET? Would it work in Poland? [17]
It has been shown time and again that the kids of the current generation know more than their parents. They are getting smarter and smarter. Don't assume that they can't get round filters.
It has been shown time and again that the kids of the current generation know more than their parents. They are getting smarter and smarter. Don't assume that they can't get round filters.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / DECENCY RATINGS FOR THE INTERNET? Would it work in Poland? [17]
Maybe they should have thought about protecting children against war-related images. The graphic content 'security' on Youtube is a joke. Charred bodies can be seen, how about this?
Maybe they should have thought about protecting children against war-related images. The graphic content 'security' on Youtube is a joke. Charred bodies can be seen, how about this?
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / DECENCY RATINGS FOR THE INTERNET? Would it work in Poland? [17]
Quite pathetic when you think about it :(
Quite pathetic when you think about it :(
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / DECENCY RATINGS FOR THE INTERNET? Would it work in Poland? [17]
In a nutshell, that was what I wanted to say.
Now, back to my serial killer book. I wonder what rating this would get. Quick, ask me if I care.
In a nutshell, that was what I wanted to say.
Now, back to my serial killer book. I wonder what rating this would get. Quick, ask me if I care.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / DECENCY RATINGS FOR THE INTERNET? Would it work in Poland? [17]
The rating system for films is far from flawless. Again, the point is WHO makes the decisions and what gives them the right to do so. Some films that have been passed as 18 are light for most 12-year old kids these days. Some 15's are quite graphic and contain disturbing themes. So, the key is parents checking out the films and making judgments for themselves.
Parental responsibility should be extended to this Internet rating system. Sorry, I don't see how the judgment of politicians should take presidence over those that directly raise the children.
The Poles probably believe in the maxim, 'If it ain't broke, don't change it'.
Some twattish politician trying to earn extra bucks for himself, sickening :(
The rating system for films is far from flawless. Again, the point is WHO makes the decisions and what gives them the right to do so. Some films that have been passed as 18 are light for most 12-year old kids these days. Some 15's are quite graphic and contain disturbing themes. So, the key is parents checking out the films and making judgments for themselves.
Parental responsibility should be extended to this Internet rating system. Sorry, I don't see how the judgment of politicians should take presidence over those that directly raise the children.
The Poles probably believe in the maxim, 'If it ain't broke, don't change it'.
Some twattish politician trying to earn extra bucks for himself, sickening :(
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
USA, Canada / Why would someone leave Poland for the US? [120]
Of course, it doesn't change the fact tho.
Of course, it doesn't change the fact tho.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
USA, Canada / Why would someone leave Poland for the US? [120]
She's a grubby little gold digger.
Would you really want Hillary Clinton as your leader? Miss Deal Cutter
She's a grubby little gold digger.
Would you really want Hillary Clinton as your leader? Miss Deal Cutter
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
USA, Canada / Why would someone leave Poland for the US? [120]
And who is the man to lead America then?
And who is the man to lead America then?
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
USA, Canada / Why would someone leave Poland for the US? [120]
Why was he voted in then, Ignac?
Moderator comment: I think you might agree, everyone. This thread is wandering off topic.
Please keep within the subject.
Thank you.
Why was he voted in then, Ignac?
Moderator comment: I think you might agree, everyone. This thread is wandering off topic.
Please keep within the subject.
Thank you.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
History / Scotland and Poland. Mutual connections since 1576 [45]
youtube.com/watch?v=g3hAtxZXNrA&feature=related
You see, even in 1955 there were references ;)
youtube.com/watch?v=JRX4uHr5UZI&feature=related
here's another commonality, the love of the accordion. Akordeon in Polish I believe.
I'm sipping away at my 12-year old Ballantines and enjoying the sound. Too many flames on the boards of the forum of late, this is nice and light.
youtube.com/watch?v=g3hAtxZXNrA&feature=related
You see, even in 1955 there were references ;)
youtube.com/watch?v=JRX4uHr5UZI&feature=related
here's another commonality, the love of the accordion. Akordeon in Polish I believe.
I'm sipping away at my 12-year old Ballantines and enjoying the sound. Too many flames on the boards of the forum of late, this is nice and light.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Feedback / Keeping track of the threads [8]
That was my first time using this facility, thanks Wrocław.
That was my first time using this facility, thanks Wrocław.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Food / the best cure for hangover-the polish way ;) [76]
2Kac can be bought here. I don't do hangovers as I don't drink enough.
Take a pint of water before bed. That is, if you can get it into your mouth ;)
2Kac can be bought here. I don't do hangovers as I don't drink enough.
Take a pint of water before bed. That is, if you can get it into your mouth ;)
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / ENGLISH STILL PROFITABLE IN POLAND? [78]
On the first point, so beautifully put mafketis. One of the truest of truisms on the forum. When I use English, they frown as they know I know Polish. My fiancee has upoważnienie to represent me at various places. I'm not fluent in Polish and I don't want to make any mistakes or misunderstand even slightly. They are quite pedantic here.
We all know that the courses aren't clasically geared towards real learning, now don't we? ;)
PD, classes aren't the model of flexibility. Today's hectic world has meant that more and more pops up ad-hoc thus shaking things up. Compromises can be hard to come by.
On the first point, so beautifully put mafketis. One of the truest of truisms on the forum. When I use English, they frown as they know I know Polish. My fiancee has upoważnienie to represent me at various places. I'm not fluent in Polish and I don't want to make any mistakes or misunderstand even slightly. They are quite pedantic here.
We all know that the courses aren't clasically geared towards real learning, now don't we? ;)
PD, classes aren't the model of flexibility. Today's hectic world has meant that more and more pops up ad-hoc thus shaking things up. Compromises can be hard to come by.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / Why is Tusk still Polish PM? [67]
Donald is a hybrid, a mongrel. a tribute to Donald from Andy Stewart
Donald is a hybrid, a mongrel. a tribute to Donald from Andy Stewart
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Language / Useful and the most common words in Polish [50]
Po prostu is always used. It means simply.
Related: 1000 (or more) MOST COMMON POLISH WORDS - (Frequency list)?
pl.wiktionary.org/wiki/Indeks:Polski_-_Najpopularniejsze_s%C5%82owa_1-1000
78.9.31.5/server1/lista-frekwencyjna.pdf (beware, this one is 10 THOUSAND pages long and totaly user unfriendly)
Po prostu is always used. It means simply.
Related: 1000 (or more) MOST COMMON POLISH WORDS - (Frequency list)?
Does anyone know where I can find a frequency list of the most common polish words? I've looked and can't find any.
The best one so far was 200 words :(
Help would be greatly appreciated!
The best one so far was 200 words :(
Help would be greatly appreciated!
pl.wiktionary.org/wiki/Indeks:Polski_-_Najpopularniejsze_s%C5%82owa_1-1000
78.9.31.5/server1/lista-frekwencyjna.pdf (beware, this one is 10 THOUSAND pages long and totaly user unfriendly)
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Life / The Guardian : Living in Poland [30]
A nice open thread. Too many forum threads are too closed, thus encouraging digression.
A nice open thread. Too many forum threads are too closed, thus encouraging digression.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / ENGLISH STILL PROFITABLE IN POLAND? [78]
It's still highly in demand as a service. More and more people are signing up for courses. Profitable? For some, yes. I don't like the ring of that word tho. I'm not in teaching to make (a) profit.
It's still highly in demand as a service. More and more people are signing up for courses. Profitable? For some, yes. I don't like the ring of that word tho. I'm not in teaching to make (a) profit.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / Poles, get ready for mass migration from Russia ! [50]
I concur, Wrocław.
I remember the poor reception of Channel 5 in the UK. Poland surpassed America in broadband technology a few years back. I'm not sure if the US has redressed the balance.
As I said yesterday, Poland is no7 in the world as an attractive investment proposition.
Russians, if the ruble picks up, should invest in such a key area of the future.
I concur, Wrocław.
I remember the poor reception of Channel 5 in the UK. Poland surpassed America in broadband technology a few years back. I'm not sure if the US has redressed the balance.
As I said yesterday, Poland is no7 in the world as an attractive investment proposition.
Russians, if the ruble picks up, should invest in such a key area of the future.
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
News / Why is Tusk still Polish PM? [67]
And Crow is Serbian, HatefulBunch, he lives this.
Not some distorted pro-NATO papers that you read. You know, I've had to read so much virtuous nonsense. Rarely do you see the full picture.
Why is Tusk still PM? Well, maybe he has taken to vetoing and has precluded the possibility of anyone else getting into office ;) ;)
And Crow is Serbian, HatefulBunch, he lives this.
Not some distorted pro-NATO papers that you read. You know, I've had to read so much virtuous nonsense. Rarely do you see the full picture.
Why is Tusk still PM? Well, maybe he has taken to vetoing and has precluded the possibility of anyone else getting into office ;) ;)
Seanus
27 Dec 2008
Seanus
27 Dec 2008