Polish · Food & Drink
"Apple" in Polish: jabłko
jabłko
Apple in Polish is jabłko. Jabłko is neuter; useful forms are jabłka (genitive), jabłko (direct object) and jabłkiem (instrumental). Jabłko is neuter; preserve ł in writing, even though the consonant cluster can sound compressed in speech.
Identifying or describing apple
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How to pronounce jabłko
Say it
ihabvko
/ˈjapkwɔ/
In jabłko, ł sounds like English w. The content words in jabłko normally use penultimate stress when they have multiple syllables.
"Apple" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| jabłko | apple Dictionary form for neuter jabłko. | Dictionary form for neuter jabłko. |
| jabłka | of apple Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. | Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. |
| jabłkiem | with apple Instrumental form after z meaning with. | Instrumental form after z meaning with. |
How to use jabłko in real life
- 1Identifying or describing apple
Jabłko jest kwaśne.
The apple is sour.
This sentence uses jabłko to describe apple in context.
- 2Using apple in daily life
Kroję jabłko na kawałki.
I am cutting the apple into pieces.
Notice the form used for jabłko in this practical sentence.
- 3Another use of apple
Nie chcę tego jabłka.
I do not want this apple.
The construction shows how jabłko fits a different situation.
Mistakes English speakers make with jabłko
Incorrect: Nie ma jabłko.
Correct: Nie ma jabłka.
After nie ma, jabłko takes the genitive form jabłka.
Incorrect: z jabłko
Correct: z jabłkiem
When z means with, use the instrumental: z jabłkiem. Z can also mean from.
Good to know
Jabłko is neuter; preserve ł in writing, even though the consonant cluster can sound compressed in speech.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Describe apple in two different contexts
Partner
Ułóż zdanie z tym słowem.
Make a sentence with this word.
You
Jabłko jest kwaśne.
The apple is sour.
Partner
A teraz podaj inny przykład.
Now give a different example.
You
Kroję jabłko na kawałki.
I am cutting the apple into pieces.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Apple" in Polish
What grammatical form is jabłko?
Jabłko is neuter. No article is required with jabłko; surrounding words carry its gender and number agreement.
How does jabłko change as a direct object?
The accusative form is jabłko. For comparison, the genitive is jabłka; negation can change the case required by a verb.
How do I use jabłko after “with”?
Use z jabłkiem. Here z introduces the instrumental form of jabłko, rather than its dictionary form.
What should I know about using jabłko?
Jabłko is neuter; preserve ł in writing, even though the consonant cluster can sound compressed in speech.
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