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:)

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]



Where did you learn to write such fine Polish?

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:)

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]


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]

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]

Bieganski, cry more...

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]


Who are you talking about in particular?

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:)

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]

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


Selective reading much....

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 / 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.....

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...

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]


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

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.

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 :)

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.

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.

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]


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]

But they words you have written (and their implied pronunciation) are virtually all wrong. If you were claiming the similarities of those words between Czech and Russian, I'd be a bit more inclined to agree with you. But never in the last 6 years or so that I've lived with Polish people I have never heard the sort of pronunciations you describe. I certainly don't use that kind of pronunciation. None of the people I've met either back at home in England, including my ex-girlfriend or my best mate, or here in Poland pronounce the words as you have written them. And my example of the verb 'to be' is just one very basic example of the vast differences in grammatical usage between the two languages.

Just some foof for thought for you... Maybe Poles speak differently in North America than in Poland?


Yeah, you can't use google translate to answer that one. That's Russian grammar for you.

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

It's not that strange... The reality is that those posters typically have never lived in Poland, have no Polish blood, connections or friends. Their sole purpose on this site is to stir racial hatred. They're not really going to admit they they live in the UK, EIRE or in the USA, are they?

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


There, that wasn't too hard was it;)

And for the record:


I don't think you know which British (Irish, or even American) posters living in Poland have Polish blood and which do not.
You the one 'conforming' pal, not me. 'Sheep' stay at home and bash everyone who is different or think different to them. Such a shame;)

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


One reason might be that the rent is 5 times cheaper (for me at least), but the income is certainly not 5 times less. You would be suprised just how far a monthly pay packet can stretch in Poland.

However, some people are only interested in money and cannot see beyond material possessions or a fat bank account.
Poland certainly isn't for everyone, I might not ever be 'rich' here, but there's much more to life than money mate.
I hope that helps you to understand a little bit...

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

Define having a 'life'... I know plenty of people with money who don't have a life.
Try to tempt me back home with mere money, go on, I dare ya:P

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


No one is stalking you. You're not that special.


Some members are really creepy.

Mods - I don't think Des should be leaking personal information about other PF members.