Polish · Food & Drink
"Cucumber" in Polish: ogórek
ogórek
Cucumber in Polish is ogórek. Ogórek is masculine; useful forms are ogórka (genitive), ogórek (direct object) and ogórkiem (instrumental). Ogórek is cucumber; ogórek kiszony is fermented pickled cucumber, and ogórek konserwowy is vinegar-pickled.
Identifying or describing cucumber
Ogórek jest świeży.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce ogórek
Say it
ogoorek
/ɔɡurɛk/
In ogórek, ó has the same vowel as u. The content words in ogórek normally use penultimate stress when they have multiple syllables.
"Cucumber" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| ogórek | cucumber Dictionary form for masculine ogórek. | Dictionary form for masculine ogórek. |
| ogórka | of cucumber Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. | Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. |
| ogórkiem | with cucumber Instrumental form after z meaning with. | Instrumental form after z meaning with. |
How to use ogórek in real life
- 1Identifying or describing cucumber
Ogórek jest świeży.
The cucumber is fresh.
This sentence uses ogórek to describe cucumber in context.
- 2Using cucumber in daily life
Kroję ogórek do sałatki.
I am slicing cucumber for the salad.
Notice the form used for ogórek in this practical sentence.
- 3Another use of cucumber
Nie ma ogórka do kanapki.
There is no cucumber for the sandwich.
The construction shows how ogórek fits a different situation.
Mistakes English speakers make with ogórek
Incorrect: Nie ma ogórek.
Correct: Nie ma ogórka.
After nie ma, ogórek takes the genitive form ogórka.
Incorrect: z ogórek
Correct: z ogórkiem
When z means with, use the instrumental: z ogórkiem. Z can also mean from.
Good to know
Ogórek is cucumber; ogórek kiszony is fermented pickled cucumber, and ogórek konserwowy is vinegar-pickled.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Describe cucumber in two different contexts
Partner
Ułóż zdanie z tym słowem.
Make a sentence with this word.
You
Ogórek jest świeży.
The cucumber is fresh.
Partner
A teraz podaj inny przykład.
Now give a different example.
You
Kroję ogórek do sałatki.
I am slicing cucumber for the salad.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
Explore ChatPal"Cucumber" in other languages
FAQ
Common questions about "Cucumber" in Polish
What grammatical form is ogórek?
Ogórek is masculine. No article is required with ogórek; surrounding words carry its gender and number agreement.
How does ogórek change as a direct object?
The accusative form is ogórek. For comparison, the genitive is ogórka; negation can change the case required by a verb.
How do I use ogórek after “with”?
Use z ogórkiem. Here z introduces the instrumental form of ogórek, rather than its dictionary form.
What should I know about using ogórek?
Ogórek is cucumber; ogórek kiszony is fermented pickled cucumber, and ogórek konserwowy is vinegar-pickled.
Use these words in a conversation
Find useful phrases for a situation, learn what to say back, and rehearse your part with revealable sample answers.
Learn a word, then use it out loud
- Step 1: See it in context
- Step 2: Say it out loud
- Step 3: Get feedback
- Step 4: Use it in real scenarios
