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"House" in Polish: dom
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House or home in Polish is dom, a masculine noun. W domu means at home and do domu means home as a destination.
A simple sentence
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How to pronounce dom
Say it
dohm
/dɔm/
Dom is one syllable with a steady o vowel and a final m. Avoid turning it into the English diphthong in dome.
"House" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| dom | house / home Masculine dictionary noun. | Masculine dictionary noun. |
| w domu | at home Location with locative. | Location with locative. |
| do domu | home / to the house Destination with genitive. | Destination with genitive. |
How to use dom in real life
- 1A simple sentence
To mój dom.
This is my house.
Mój agrees with masculine dom.
- 2An everyday situation
Jestem w domu.
I am at home.
Use w domu for the location.
- 3A useful question
Idę do domu.
I am going home.
Do domu marks the destination.
Mistakes English speakers make with dom
Incorrect: Jestem w dom.
Correct: Jestem w domu.
W takes the locative in this location phrase.
Incorrect: Moja dom
Correct: Mój dom
Dom is masculine, so use mój.
Good to know
Dom can refer to a building or the idea of home. Mieszkanie more specifically names an apartment or dwelling, useful if you want to describe the type of home.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Plan the evening
Partner
Jesteś w domu?
Are you at home?
You
Nie, idę do domu.
No, I am going home.
Partner
Twój dom jest daleko?
Is your home far away?
You
Nie, jest blisko.
No, it is nearby.
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 "House" in Polish
Does dom mean house or home?
It can mean either, depending on context.
How do I say at home?
W domu is the ordinary location expression.
How do I say I am going home?
Idę do domu means I am going home on foot; jadę do domu uses transport.
What is an apartment?
Mieszkanie commonly names an apartment or dwelling.
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