Language / Funny/strange/deviant words in the Polish language [35]

The Americans tend to speak the 'a' as an 'e', so maybe the Polish adopted the "American pronunciation".
As well I believe the British pronounce the 'a' in 'gentleman' more as an 'u' (as in 'run') then as an 'a'.

Language / Funny/strange/deviant words in the Polish language [35]

Could you explain what's curious about the 'ekstrahuje'-form of 'ekstrahować' in English, Piorun? :-)
Does 'huje' has something to do with 'chuje' or something?

Language / Funny/strange/deviant words in the Polish language [35]

Well, now that's interesting! Didn't know that. Then the French word 'parapluie' (pluie = rain) makes more sense. :P

Food / PIZZA & KETCHUP served only in Poland? [159]

If there will be a forum meeting, it should be held in a pizzeria. It'll be amusing seeing people score each other off by putting all kinds of sauce on their pizzas.

Food / PIZZA & KETCHUP served only in Poland? [159]

i don't believe that.

Love / Polish Girls negative or positive personality trait? [267]

Aah Justy could dodge some bullets, and she prob likes the attention (secretly). :P

I just thought about one thing why my ex-p-girlsfriend was sometimes negative, and that was because it was hard for her to get a good job in the UK and to make a living, although she had a good education.

I think if you move from Poland to the UK it could be hard to find your way, and those things could make you negative.

Love / Polish Girls negative or positive personality trait? [267]

No no no nic random chat - just read Justy's post again! :P

To stay on topic: my ex Polish girlfriend could be really negative but she was fun (and positive) as well. And the girls I met in the Warsaw hostel were really positive, so I don't think the 'pos-neg-thing' has too much todo with nationality.

Hmm ok maybe English gals are more relaxed. But still I think the Polish aren't yet always negative, aren't they..? :o ;-)

Love / Polish Girls negative or positive personality trait? [267]

Ha ha well my sweet mourning krówka. I'll take you out of the pasture if no-one else wants you! :D

Love / Polish Girls negative or positive personality trait? [267]



Hmm so you're dating someone 'cos he doesn't judge by looks, but then you're the one judging him by his 'less attractive looks'. :D

News / Polish Mom claims daughter got pregnant from swimming in pool! [162]


'Little kurwa' how will that translate? 'Kurwatka', 'kurwasia', 'kurwiu', 'kurwisiu', 'kurwka'?? :P

Language / Polish was chosen the HARDEST LANGUAGE in the world to learn... :D [1558]

Haha well it's good that the language goes along with the girls/women. Both extremely hard to master/understand :D

Life / Babcia or Busha - any social class difference? [359]


omg do you really use that name?? :D
it sounds so cheesy

Language / Polish Swear Words [1242]


What does that mean in Polish? :D

Language / Polish Swear Words [1242]

But what to say to the Polish customs officers if your name is 'Pierre Doyle' :D

Language / Pimsleur v Rosetta stone [27]

Basic and Intermediate Polish (Bielec) are very good imho.


I have it and I found it really handy! Especially if you start to produce sentences yourself. :-)

Language / Free and accurate Online Polish-English / English-Polish translator? [49]


Just learn Polish, or else simply talk in English.
For some quick sentences to impress, use PF.

Food / Why carp for Polish Christmas? [157]

Funny, now I see 'carp' is an anagram. :P

Food / Why carp for Polish Christmas? [157]

youtube.com/watch?v=WK9671CNVO4

There's a comic about this and other Polish customs called "Marzi".
dupuis.com/catalogue/UK/al/4748/petite_carpe.html
I found the comic quite interesting. However, it's not (yet) available in English.
But if you can read French, Polish or Dutch.. :-)

Love / Are Polish Women cold and aloof? [249]

Cold until you set them afire
(Now that was a joke)

Love / English Men vs Polish Men [207]

Oh I wish there would be laws to forbid to spoil such a pure and innocent people as the Polish, with such vulgar words!

Maybe Poland should be made a wild park with only romantic and sensitive people in it. And the ugly Brits may only visit when they keep inside their safari-jeeps. ;)

Love / English Men vs Polish Men [207]

British men not romantic? And what about James Bond then?! ;)

Language / Does anybody know of a list of Polish-English False Friends and True Friends? [60]

Przecież means after all, but and not precise.
Kolegaalso means friend, mate.

...And a Warsaw isn't something you use in the army. :P

Language / Is rosetta stone any good for learning Polish? [51]

I recommend "Basic Polish" to make a start. It is quite tough, but it learns you the grammar very well. When you are done with the first part, you could continue with "Intermediate Polish."

- Of course a decent dictionary (PL->EN / EN->PL) is advisable. -

For your vocabulary I recommend you, to start to read Polish children books. Look for them on-line, or even better; plan a visit to Poland (if you are able to) and buy them in a księgarnia yourself. :)

I have no experience with Rosetta Stone, but I don't think it will learn you as well the grammar and words as the above method does. Pronunciation is learned by just reading every word aloud. Polish has a consequent stress on the penultimate syllable.

If you would really improve your pronunciation, you should go live some time in Poland and/or apply for a language course in Poland.

Life / Polish and Slavic Art [48]



Very modern painting from a famous Polish painter



(Well just joking, but it's a interesting thread.)

Life / "Londynczycy" - new Polish soap [62]


They could use that idea for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Polish Edition, in which Willy Wonka has cute happy Poles working in his factory, because they work harder for less money then the "Oompa-Loompas". ;)

Love / My Polish wife doesn't want to move to the UK with me - what to do? [96]


You are right on that. And anyhow I haven't lived long enough in another country to know how it is. However I think you should try your best at least to life in that other country. If over 5 years you still feel very miserable, then you could move back.

Love / My Polish wife doesn't want to move to the UK with me - what to do? [96]

The girl really likes to live in Poland. If my partner really likes to live somewhere I would adapt myself to it. I mean what is the effort of learning a language and culture compared to the happiness of your wife?

Love / Why do Polish women prefer foreigners for boyfriends and husbands? [418]


In that case look for The Netherlands. Quite liberal but not as capitalistic as England or the States. And not as "stiff" as Germany. :-)

Love / DO POLISH MEN DATE OLDER WOMEN? [169]

(Although I'm not Polish) I once "dated" a 29 old girl. She was very nice, but she had a child and wanted me instantly to have a family with her. I didn't wanted to make a quick decision on this, so she got upset and went away (and found a guy from 30 who wanted to have a family with her).

I think this might be a problem between ages 20 <-> 30. I think after 30 it is not such a big problem any more since both people are mostly able to have a serious relation with children and stuff.

Personally I think "older" women can be quite attractive. But still I believe the gap must not be too big. Else the balance might be lost. :-)