10 essential Polish phrases for talking about your family
Master the art of discussing your loved ones in Polish with these handy phrases.
Meeting new people often involves sharing personal details, and talking about your family is a common and easy way to connect. Whether you're casually chatting with friends or introducing yourself in a new social setting, having a few key phrases can make a big difference. These expressions will help you talk about your parents, siblings, and other relatives in simple terms. They are designed for everyday conversations, allowing you to express basic information about your family structure and relationships naturally.
What this lesson covers
Core Polish words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- Mam rodzinę w Polsce.Mahm roh-DEE-neh v POL-stsehI have family in Poland.
- Mam dwójkę rodzeństwa.Mahm DVOY-kehh roh-ZHEEN-stvoo-ahI have two siblings.
- Mam siostrę i brata.Mahm SHOS-tret-reh ee brah-TAHI have a sister and a brother.
- Jestem najstarsza/najstarszy.YES-tem nye-STAR-shuh / nye-STAR-zhyI am the oldest.
- Mam córkę i syna.Mahm TSUR-kehh ee SYN-uhI have a daughter and a son.
- Moja mama ma na imię Anna.MOY-uh MAH-mah mah nah EE-myeh AH-nahMy mom's name is Anna.
- Mój tata jest emerytem.Moy TAH-tah yest em-eh-RIH-temMy dad is a retiree.
- Mam wielką rodzinę.Mahm VEYL-kohh roh-DEE-nehI have a big family.
- Moi rodzice mieszkają w Krakowie.MOY-ee roh-DEET-seh myesh-KAI-yohn v krah-KOH-vyehMy parents live in Krakow.
- Czy masz dzieci?Chiz MAHSH CHET-cheeDo you have children?
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