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Vincent   
7 Mar 2016
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]

And that does no good whatsoever with no information about which posts got that designation and why. Would it be so hard to PM with a clarification? Apparently yes.

Do you really think someone has the time to go through the trash, to find out why you had a warning 3 months ago? It is up to you to check for yourself at the time of the warning, it's self explanatory that you got a warning for posting off-topic comments on the main forums. Are you still losing sleep after all this time?
Vincent   
26 Dec 2015
Feedback / Why are threads deleted or send off topic list? [60]

Absolutely. Bone ignorant, whoever they are.

We get many "silver surfers" like you on here, but they are not ignorant, arrogant, aggressive and know how to use forums correctly. Please consider joining a local computer club, and doing a crash course on "how to use internet forums" It might stop you looking so silly in the long run.

polishforums.com/off-topic/random-chat-74400/344/#msg1522663
Vincent   
17 Aug 2015
Language / Polish Language Exchange Thread [145]

But my first language is Polish that is why I'm able to answer some questions.

My mistake, I thought you said in another thread, that you have two years experience learning Polish.
Vincent   
4 Jul 2015
Feedback / Member warning system to prevent abuse / spam / off-topic posts [145]

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]

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]

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 [1050]

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 [1050]

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 [1050]

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]

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   
24 Mar 2014
Language / What computer keyboards are in use in Poland? [34]

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   
18 Feb 2014
Love / Polish Pet Names For Girls. [156]

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   
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.
Vincent   
24 Jan 2013
Language / Mixed English Grammar Thread [233]

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 [233]

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   
14 Oct 2012
Language / Busha and JaJa [140]

"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.
Vincent   
14 Oct 2012
Language / Busha and JaJa [140]

Seems it may be a bit more common, from what you first thought :)