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"Here" in Polish: tutaj
tutaj
Here in Polish is tutaj. Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
A first use of here
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How to pronounce tutaj
Say it
tootaih
/tutaj/
In tutaj, keep the vowels clear and avoid adding vowels inside consonant clusters. The content words in tutaj normally use penultimate stress when they have multiple syllables.
"Here" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| tutaj | Here The main expression for here. | The main expression for here. |
| tu | Here Alternative wording; compare its context and register below. | Alternative wording; compare its context and register below. |
How to use tutaj in real life
- 1A first use of here
Tutaj jest wejście.
Here is the entrance.
This is a natural setting for tutaj.
- 2A second conversational context
Mieszkam tutaj od roku.
I have lived here for a year.
Notice how tutaj fits with the surrounding words here.
- 3Another practical use
Proszę usiąść tutaj.
Please sit here.
Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
Mistakes English speakers make with tutaj
Incorrect: tutaj są wejście
Correct: tutaj
For this meaning, the complete Polish form is tutaj. Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
Incorrect: tutaj usiąść ty
Correct: tutaj
Keep the wording and grammatical forms in tutaj; the proposed form changes or breaks this expression.
Good to know
Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Practice here
Partner
Co powiesz w tej sytuacji?
What will you say in this situation?
You
Tutaj jest wejście.
Here is the entrance.
Partner
A w innym kontekście?
And in another context?
You
Mieszkam tutaj od roku.
I have lived here for a year.
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 "Here" in Polish
When should I say tutaj?
Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
Is tu another way to say here?
Tu is a useful related expression. The main form here is tutaj; choose the wording that fits the person and context.
What wording should I avoid with tutaj?
Avoid tutaj są wejście. The correct expression is tutaj; Tutaj and tu mean here; stąd means from here and dotąd can mean up to here.
Can you show tutaj in a sentence?
Proszę usiąść tutaj. — Please sit here.
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