10 essential Polish phrases for small talk with neighbours
Break the ice and build a friendly connection with your neighbours using these simple Polish phrases.
Living in a new place often means meeting new people, and your neighbours are the first to welcome you. A few simple words in their language can go a long way in building a warm and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're bumping into them on the street, in a common area, or just passing by, these phrases are perfect for initiating brief, pleasant conversations. They show respect and a willingness to connect, making everyday interactions much smoother.
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.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
Practice quiz
Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- Dzień dobryJeny dob-reeGood morning / Good day
- Jak się masz?Yak shyeh mash?How are you? (informal)
- Wszystko w porządku?Fshist-koh v poh-zhond-koo?Is everything okay?
- Miłego dnia!Mee-weh-go dnya!Have a nice day!
- Ładna pogoda dzisiaj.Wad-nah poh-goh-dah jeeshayNice weather today.
- Co tam słychać?Tso tam swih-hatch?What's new? / What's up?
- Sąsiad/Sąsiadka z naprzeciwka.Sohn-shycat/Sohn-shyadka z nah-psheh-cheevkaThe neighbour from across.
- Czy potrzebuje Pan/Pani pomocy?Chih poh-tsheh-boo-yeh Pahn/Pah-nee poh-moh-tsee?Do you need help? (formal)
- Dziękuję, do widzenia.Jen-koo-yeh, doh vee-dzeh-nyaThank you, goodbye.
- Miłego wieczoru!Mee-weh-go vyey-choor-oo!Have a nice evening!
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