History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]


So, how does "you (plural) are" sound like in Russian? Because I don't know...
Is it anything like (wy) jesteście ?

History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]

Plus the differences between 'ę' and 'e'.... 'ą' and 'a'.... ó and o.....
Spelling, pronunciation and grammar can be very different between those two languages... Polish has a very unique sound amongst the family of slavic languages.

History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]


With pleasure:)
you (plural) is Wy, not Vy
sky/heaven has a i in it niebo

Your spelling looks more Czech than Polish. Polish spelling is sooo different to much of what you have written. You're not using the proper alphabet, which seems a little silly as they have all the Polish characters here on PF... Seriously, if you write things like "Den'" instead of "Dzień" you are going to look a little silly. Just use a dictionary, it's not difficult.

Work / Looking To Move To Poland Within The Near Future. Teaching English or IT? [18]


Hi, Jim. If you really want to teach English in Poland then just go for it. I was in a simlar situation to you and I've been very fortunate. I think that other posters have already given you the best advice but here's my honest opinion on the subject:

- Go back to college and get some 'A' levels. I passed 4 on a one-year course. (Although, General Studies is just a 'freebie') I'm teaching without a CELTA or even a Batchelor's Degree. When your colleagues all have an MA and you don't... well, you get the picture.

- Take a CELTA. Don't bother taking a TEFL it's worthless. I should know, I took one and next year I'll be going to Krakow to do my CELTA course. However, if you're not sure about whether you want to teach, try it. It's just meant to be a taster course. Afterwards you will know whether you want to teach or not.

- Save up some cash. It's going to be an expensive initial outlay.
- Try to learn some more Polish. I don't have any problems talking to people or doing the shopping. Be prepared that some school Directors don't speak any English. Most do but some don't. And you'll definately make an impression if you can speak Polish. Also, when you get yourself registered, or get your PESEL, or deal with any bureaucrat it will help immensely. Also, if you decide to advertise and take on private students you might want to understand what the person on the other end of the phone is saying...


I think you're probably talking about me:) Yes, it's definately easier in a small town. I would definately recommend going somewhere a lot smaller than Szczecin. You really want to go to the places where no other native-speakers go. Anyway, I hope my amatuer advice is useful for you. Personally, I think that I made the right decision coming here but it's up to you mate. Being a Southerner like myself should help you. Just try to shake off your cockney accent (if you have one) in class and try to speak with a neutral accent. Any questions, feel free to PM me.

Language / What has been the hardest language for you to learn? [81]


Which is probably the second reason why we call him "William the Bastard". True on both counts :)

Language / What has been the hardest language for you to learn? [81]


I know exactly what you mean. I wouldn't like to say which is easier overall, but the phonetic consistency in the Polish language definately makes it easier to write than say English which, quite frankly, is a mess.

Life / Polish vs British vs American - Clash of cultures [390]


Yes, I see your point Pawian. Can I ask you if you have ever seen the film 'Dzień Świra'?

Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]

Not sure your wife would appreciate being callled a ***** but your right that certain women are ******* when they face stiffer competition. You can see the envy even here on PFs:)

Life / Polish vs British vs American - Clash of cultures [390]

Impossible? Tak myslisz? Nie. Chyba zartujesz:) Improbable maybe, but not impossible...
Remember, Pawian, it's just a film. A complete work of fiction, nothing like this ever really happens in the UK..... Although, it is set in Scotland...

Life / Strange "creatures" on duty - public parking in Warsaw [7]


It's exactly the same in the UK. Try parking anywhere near Anfield during a Liverpool home game... "fiver to watch ya car mate...?" feck off ya scouser.....

Off-Topic / Are you living in Poland? [77]

Ah yes, such a perfect day... Trainspotting - British film-making at it's very best. Dziekuje Pawian:)

So Delph, I would like to ask you a question... What was the purpose of this little exercise?

Was it to prove that none of the usual PF trolls actually live in Poland? If so, I think that you've proved a point...

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]

Most do (including Yanks), but some do not:


Selective reading much....

Off-Topic / Are you living in Poland? [77]

I guess it's just us. Obviously everybody else 'lives' somewhere else. Probably the US of A ;)

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


Unfortunately, you are probably one of a few who have bothered to learn the language. Most Brits and Yanks are fairly lazy, lol


Too true. Everyone likes to practise speaking English with a native. Personally, I'm trying to use Polish whenever possible to improve my own fluency. I'll get there:)

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


Who are you talking about in particular?

Off-Topic / Are you living in Poland? [77]

Yes, me too:)
(we can't say just 'yes' or 'no' though, posts must be 5 characters long:P)

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]

Bieganski, cry more...

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]

That quote is taken out of context and was made in response to Polonius' remark about 160,000 Christians being killed.
Having read some of his posts and some of your posts, I would say he knows a dam site more about Poland than you do. The fact that he is British is irrelevant. He does live, work and contribute in Poland which is more than can be said about a lot of posters here (including yourself).

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


It sounds like you are describing your own situation.
Seriously, rather than bash an English gentleman who actually lives and works in Poland, and who also is kind enough to help out complete strangers on the internet, why don't you take your silly opinions and share them with your friends and colleagues in whatever backwater part of the world you actually live in.

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


Lol. The English language will still be alive and kicking long after you've kicked the bucket my friend.


I don't think you have any clue about either Poland or being a patriot.

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


I'm not assuming that at all. But if you think that the English language is going to die out and be replaced with either Spanish, Arabic or Mandarin then you are wrong. But that's your opinion (however inaccurate and misguided it might be) and you are entitled to it.


These are not 'critical' languages at all. Yes, there will be a growing demand for learning these languages but they will never be the world 'lingua-franca'


You know nothing about my linguastic abilities or intentions so back off.... However, I do like a nice pint of beer:)

UK, Ireland / Polish in Uk are some of the hardest working and nice people [37]



Where did you learn to write such fine Polish?

Life / A rant about "patriotism" in today's Poland [60]


I think that you living in a dream world. Do you really think that any European country would stop teaching English as a foreign language and start teaching Mandarin or Arabic instead? Do you really think that in Europe or in the USA politicians and businesses will find it more convenient to speak in Chinese or Arabic?


- It most certainly is in your case...

UK, Ireland / Polish in Uk are some of the hardest working and nice people [37]

I'm going to go with Wulkan and the CIA on this one. I know quite a few Polish people would consider themselves as being Central Europeans and consider terms like 'Polish and other Eastern Europeans...' to be quite offensive. Other than that, I would agree with the OP:


I'm glad you noticed too. Everyone is so warm and friendly here, I love it:)

Work / Finding work in Warsaw / Poland as an English private tutor [63]


I'm afraid you are mistaken. If money was important to me I would have stayed in the UK. I have come to Poland to make a better life for myself and to get some teaching experience. Job satisfaction is important and the satisfaction I get from giving private lessons is immense. I don't charge as much as I could charge, but I certainly don't work for peanuts. I charge a fair rate and I feel honoured to teach my students.

There is no competition for me because I live in a small town. Had I took a chance and gone to Krakow, Warsaw, Poznan or Wroclaw I would probably be on a plane home right now.


I will never post my location on this site and neither will I give my real name. TBH, I am living in paradise here:) I really don't want dozens of ex-pats coming here ruining that for me. I don't have to prove anything to anyone. I am very happy right now and I am not going to blow this opportunity.

Work / Teaching English in Wrocław - TEFL, fair pay? [40]

InWroclaw, before you start flaming me for my silly spelling mistakes on a silly internet forum you should consider one thing:


I've only been here for one month. I've already got a job with two schools and nearly a dozen private students. I still need a couple more hours teaching a week, but I am prepared to get off my 4ss and find the work.

I have had a lot of help from a few very decent people so maybe I'm lucky. But, when I give a lesson I have to prove myself every time. I had to give a 'free' demonstration lesson to a school director, she loved it and gave me a job there and then! Every single student I have given private lessons to through a school has immediately signed up for weekly lessons with me on an on-going basis. I will bring my schools a lot of business because they want to be taught by either me or another Englishman. Unfortunately, most get fobbed off with a second-rate yank who, although may speak American, can't teach or even pronounce English.

I would just say InWroclaw that I was going to offer to help you. I had previously read some of your posts and I really feel sorry for you. I'll help anyone who wants help, but obviously you neither need nor want it.

Well mate, I wish you all the best. Hope you find work soon. Take care...

But my advice to anyone else wanting to teach in Poland would be either to take a CELTA first or when you get here. I'm doing things the hard way. Ale tez jest zajebiscie! (I'm loving it!)

Work / Finding work in Warsaw / Poland as an English private tutor [63]

OK, speak to you in a year. However, I'm here to teach, not to prove a point. But maybe next time you could help those people looking to do something new instead of just bashing people. I wouldn't have survived without the help and advice of one member of PF. I love it here and I'm not planning on going anywhere for a long time. I'm not going to disclose my location either. Despite the quotation, this post isn't aimed solely at you mate. Na razie.

Work / Finding work in Warsaw / Poland as an English private tutor [63]

Ok, so just a quick post from me to thank everybody with all their help and advice. I haven't disappeared, I've just been busy. Had I not made an account on PF I probably would be struggling right about now. So THANK YOU to all the people who have helped me. And a big sorry to everyone who I was going to meet up with in Krakow. Unfortunately, I'm not living there and have been very busy in this first month. I am very happy that I came to Poland though. I am now working for two schools and have plenty of private students. I'm quickly running out of free hours in the day. I might have to stop taking on new students soon. I was very nervous about giving my first lessons. Especially, as I knew how competent a lot of Polish teachers are. But then I saw how the 'cowboy' schools teach 'English'... OMFG! Some very 'experienced and qualified' teachers cannot even pronounce the most basic of words in the English language.


Pantsless, I have a huge favour to ask you! Next Summer after I have successfully completed my first year of teaching in Poland I will upload a picture of my backside 'pantsless'. Would you kindly kiss it for me?

Thanks again guys, take care :)

Language / "Taka prawda" - What does this Polish phrase mean? [19]

Maybe someone hacked my account and the mods deleted it? I really don't know, lol...

Language / "Taka prawda" - What does this Polish phrase mean? [19]

LOL. When did I say those words? It's literal translation is : "shi* truth" but ofc it's like saying "bull sh*t" in English. I'm very interested to know where that quote came from.... I promise I never posted that! lol