10 essential Polish phrases for using public transport
Navigate buses, trams, and trains like a local with these key Polish phrases.
Navigating public transport in a new country can be daunting, but knowing a few key phrases can make all the difference. Whether you're buying a ticket, asking for directions, or just need to understand an announcement, these expressions will help you get around smoothly. From bustling city buses to inter-city trains, being able to communicate basic needs is crucial. This phrase pack focuses on common scenarios, ensuring you feel more confident and less lost during your travels in Poland.
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
- Przepraszam, gdzie jest przystanek?psh-PRA-sham, GDZYE yest PSTAH-nek?Excuse me, where is the stop?
- Jeden bilet do...YEH-den BYE-let doh...One ticket to...
- Ile kosztuje bilet?EE-leh kosh-TOO-yeh BYE-let?How much does a ticket cost?
- Czy ten autobus jedzie do centrum?CHIH tehn OW-toh-boos YEH-jeh doh TSEN-trum?Does this bus go to the city center?
- Który tramwaj do...?KTOO-rih TRAHM-vye doh...?Which tram goes to...?
- Czy mogę zapłacić kartą?CHIH MOH-geh zah-PWAH-cheech KAR-toh?Can I pay by card?
- Gdzie mam wysiąść?GDZYE mahm VEE-shchonsch?Where should I get off?
- Następny przystanek to...NAH-stem-neep PSTAH-nek toh...The next stop is...
- Przepraszam, czy to jest właściwy pociąg?psh-PRA-sham, CHIH toh yest vwash-CHEE-vih POT-chyawng?Excuse me, is this the right train?
- Dziękuję za pomoc.jen-KOO-yeh zah POH-mots.Thank you for your help.
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