Vincent
17 Aug 2015
Language / Polish Language Exchange Thread [141]
Am I correct in thinking that English is not your first language?
Am I correct in thinking that English is not your first language?
Vincent
4 Jul 2015
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]
If your post was binned, and you still had a few minutes editing time, then it is possible to edited the post removing moderators comments etc. This DID happen with one of your posts, I wouldn't have said anything if it wasn't true.
maybe he/she thought I have magical powers.
If your post was binned, and you still had a few minutes editing time, then it is possible to edited the post removing moderators comments etc. This DID happen with one of your posts, I wouldn't have said anything if it wasn't true.
Vincent
22 May 2015
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]
I didn't say that Harry, so don't blow it out of proportion. I meant exactly what I said in my last post. You asked a question and I give you an answer.
Do you mean there are different rules for different people, Vincent?
I didn't say that Harry, so don't blow it out of proportion. I meant exactly what I said in my last post. You asked a question and I give you an answer.
Vincent
22 May 2015
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]
Not at all Harry, a "rouge" member might get banned after a few warnings, depending on their past history on PF. Their past suspensions would probably be taken into account too, when deciding if they will be banned for good or not. Hope this clears up your query.
So is it five warnings and then a ban or the fifth warning is a ban?
Not at all Harry, a "rouge" member might get banned after a few warnings, depending on their past history on PF. Their past suspensions would probably be taken into account too, when deciding if they will be banned for good or not. Hope this clears up your query.
Vincent
9 Apr 2015
Language / Short Polish<->English translations [1040]
yes that would make more sense.
but regarding studies, it's practicals, practical exercises I think.
yes that would make more sense.
Vincent
9 Apr 2015
Language / Short Polish<->English translations [1040]
seminar/introductory seminar/ a graduate seminar
"physical exercise" (not sure if this is correct)
in the dictionary it just says"credit" Someone at uni who's a member on PF might give you better explanations if you check back in a few days time. If you find the answers, let us know:)
1) seminarium/proseminarium magisterskie
seminar/introductory seminar/ a graduate seminar
ćwiczenia
"physical exercise" (not sure if this is correct)
zaliczenie
in the dictionary it just says"credit" Someone at uni who's a member on PF might give you better explanations if you check back in a few days time. If you find the answers, let us know:)
Vincent
8 Apr 2015
Language / Short Polish<->English translations [1040]
I've had to look most of these up, so wait for a second opinion:)
if you are amazed or in disbelief about something, your jaw drops. If you have to pick it off the floor, then you're really amazed :)
the sulks
help me with is used more often.
bullsh*t/orphan
According to my dictionary, kiszony is pickle or marinated .
I've had to look most of these up, so wait for a second opinion:)
1) zebrać szczękę z podlogi
if you are amazed or in disbelief about something, your jaw drops. If you have to pick it off the floor, then you're really amazed :)
2) foch
the sulks
3) which one is correct: help me with or in
help me with is used more often.
4) pierdoła/sierota
bullsh*t/orphan
5) ogórek kiszony- according to wikipedia it's a pickle but it's not
According to my dictionary, kiszony is pickle or marinated .
Vincent
24 Jan 2015
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]
It could be a post that has nothing to do with the subject of the title, and one that probably takes the thread off topic. The threads on the main forums are for discussion about Poland and Polish people.
Unless the cure is discovered in Poland, I wouldn't bother. If a cure is found, then it will be all over the TV news and news papers, so it will be very hard to miss.
What makes a meaningless post?
It could be a post that has nothing to do with the subject of the title, and one that probably takes the thread off topic. The threads on the main forums are for discussion about Poland and Polish people.
So we should just post now if we discover something extremelly meaningful, like the cure for cancer?
Unless the cure is discovered in Poland, I wouldn't bother. If a cure is found, then it will be all over the TV news and news papers, so it will be very hard to miss.
Vincent
11 Dec 2014
Language / Why is the Polish language so difficult? [309]
and too many exceptions to the rules!
too many rules.
and too many exceptions to the rules!
Vincent
26 Nov 2014
Genealogy / Displaced Persons Camp / Work camp and concentration camp difference [86]
On our home page, click on 'sign up' and just follow the instructions.
I am new to this and do not know how to become a member. Will someone please advise?
On our home page, click on 'sign up' and just follow the instructions.
Vincent
16 Aug 2014
Language / Information on Polish textbook Hurra Po Polsku [33]
It seems it's strictly Polish language. Here are some comments from PF members (search for hurra).
It seems it's strictly Polish language. Here are some comments from PF members (search for hurra).
Vincent
24 Mar 2014
Language / What computer keyboards are in use in Poland? [34]
They are a reputable company, I would hardly think they would make a mistake like that. It would be a lot of unnecessary trouble for them, if costumers keep sending them back because they weren't 'as described'.
I was wondering if they were genuine (its rare but occasionally even Amazon makes mistakes)!
They are a reputable company, I would hardly think they would make a mistake like that. It would be a lot of unnecessary trouble for them, if costumers keep sending them back because they weren't 'as described'.
Vincent
23 Mar 2014
Language / What computer keyboards are in use in Poland? [34]
Amazon seems to have a few in stock.
so maybe I'll try getting one of those instead!
Amazon seems to have a few in stock.
Vincent
22 Feb 2014
Language / What are the best Polish - English Dictionary and Learning Books? [24]
This edition seems to be the one the reviewer mentioned. You can also have a 'look inside' before buying on the website.
Does anyone here happen to know?
This edition seems to be the one the reviewer mentioned. You can also have a 'look inside' before buying on the website.
Vincent
18 Feb 2014
Love / Polish Pet Names For Girls. [156]
Thanks to you it's active again and top of the pile. 'Kot koo' would probably be close enough for her to understand you.
Why have you merged my question with this thread? It hasn't been active in almost a year.
Thanks to you it's active again and top of the pile. 'Kot koo' would probably be close enough for her to understand you.
Vincent
12 Feb 2014
Genealogy / THE MEANING AND RESEARCH OF MY POLISH LAST NAME, SURNAME? [4500]
There is a search box at the top of each page.
Someone probably already asked but this topic has just too many pages...
There is a search box at the top of each page.
Vincent
29 Jan 2014
Language / What are the best Polish - English Dictionary and Learning Books? [24]
This one amazon.co.uk/Oxford-PWN-Polish-English-English-Polish-Dictionary-Two-/dp/0198610750/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=139102 0039&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=oxford+pwn+polish+and+english+dictorany. Is one of the best around, but unfortunately comes at a premium price.
This one amazon.co.uk/Oxford-PWN-Polish-English-English-Polish-Dictionary-Two-/dp/0198610750/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=139102 0039&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=oxford+pwn+polish+and+english+dictorany. Is one of the best around, but unfortunately comes at a premium price.
Vincent
7 Jan 2014
Life / Could i find people in Poland by their phone number or address? [25]
I might be missing the obvious here, but couldn't you call and ask him?
I might be missing the obvious here, but couldn't you call and ask him?
Vincent
24 Jan 2013
Language / Mixed English Grammar Thread [183]
I would say "for me" is correct, and "with" just doesn't sound right. Maybe one of our English teachers on PF will give a proper answer soon.
Ok, to be precise it goes: "I think the world was possibly too much with me"
I would say "for me" is correct, and "with" just doesn't sound right. Maybe one of our English teachers on PF will give a proper answer soon.
Vincent
24 Jan 2013
Language / Mixed English Grammar Thread [183]
At first glance, it doesn't look right or sound right. Here is an old poem called "The world is too much for us" which may help to explain your query.
shmoop.com/world-is-too-much-with-us/lines-1-8-summary.html
How should I understand this phrase: "the world is too much with me"?
At first glance, it doesn't look right or sound right. Here is an old poem called "The world is too much for us" which may help to explain your query.
shmoop.com/world-is-too-much-with-us/lines-1-8-summary.html
Vincent
28 Oct 2012
Off-Topic / English teachers - 'functioning alcoholics with a superiority complex' [54]
Wow a whole 4 weeks course. Makes you wonder why some professions have a 4 or 5 year apprenticeship to qualify.
Or at least have been on the 4-week TEFL course
Wow a whole 4 weeks course. Makes you wonder why some professions have a 4 or 5 year apprenticeship to qualify.
Vincent
14 Oct 2012
Language / Busha and JaJa [140]
Maybe it was slang and didn't make it into the dictionary. Anyway, you can call your grandmother whatever you want, as long as you still get your extra pocket money:)
"Słownik Języka Polskiego" from 1905
Maybe it was slang and didn't make it into the dictionary. Anyway, you can call your grandmother whatever you want, as long as you still get your extra pocket money:)
Vincent
14 Oct 2012
Language / Busha and JaJa [140]
I'm no expert, but I think this is where it all started and just survived through all the years. Probably a short form of endearment like the UK , grandma , granny, nan and nanny. It comes up too often, not to have a grain of truth in it.
I'm no expert, but I think this is where it all started and just survived through all the years. Probably a short form of endearment like the UK , grandma , granny, nan and nanny. It comes up too often, not to have a grain of truth in it.
Vincent
14 Oct 2012
Vincent
10 Jun 2012
Food / Polish cake with poppy seeds in it. Makowiec [6]
polish-recipes.com/recipes.php/40/Polish-Makowiec-%28Poppy-Seed-Cake%29/Dessert/
polish-recipes.com/recipes.php/40/Polish-Makowiec-%28Poppy-Seed-Cake%29/Dessert/
Vincent
6 Jun 2012
UK, Ireland / Ad from my UK newspaper today : not worth a zloty [13]
As far as I know only Scotland has a £100 note in circulation. The highest in the rest of the UK is £50.
it is £100 in the uk
As far as I know only Scotland has a £100 note in circulation. The highest in the rest of the UK is £50.
Vincent
5 Jun 2012
News / Polish final report on Smoleńsk aircrash [859]
I think you should start providing links in future, otherwise we might think you're only here to cause trouble.
If i have made any remarks then they are accurate and i can back them up with sources.
I think you should start providing links in future, otherwise we might think you're only here to cause trouble.
Vincent
31 May 2012
Language / Your favourite Polish proverb? [16]
It would be a good idea to give an English translation for non Polish speakers, thanks.
It would be a good idea to give an English translation for non Polish speakers, thanks.
Vincent
14 May 2012
Love / Polish women are the most beautiful in the world! [1718]
But it hasn't put you of looking for a Polish girlfriend here?
polishforums.com/relationships-marriage-36/looking-polish-girl-go-travel-maldives-uae-59308
after ukraine all polish ladies will be ugly to u
But it hasn't put you of looking for a Polish girlfriend here?
polishforums.com/relationships-marriage-36/looking-polish-girl-go-travel-maldives-uae-59308
Vincent
12 Apr 2012
Life / Do Polish names generally have a meaning to them or a particular structure?. [88]
I can see that you're a man who doesn't believe in searching the forum for information or gives any thought for a good thread title. There are 93 pages on Polish surnames here
Hello everybody! This is my first ever thread, so go easy on me!
All I need to know is if Polish names generally have a meaning to them or a particular structure.
I can see that you're a man who doesn't believe in searching the forum for information or gives any thought for a good thread title. There are 93 pages on Polish surnames here