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"Near" in Polish: blisko
blisko
Near in Polish is blisko. Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
A first use of near
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How to pronounce blisko
Say it
blisko
/bliskɔ/
In blisko, keep the vowels clear and avoid adding vowels inside consonant clusters. The content words in blisko normally use penultimate stress when they have multiple syllables.
"Near" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| blisko | Near The main expression for near. | The main expression for near. |
| niedaleko | Near Alternative wording; compare its context and register below. | Alternative wording; compare its context and register below. |
How to use blisko in real life
- 1A first use of near
Hotel jest blisko dworca.
The hotel is near the station.
This is a natural setting for blisko.
- 2A second conversational context
Mieszkam blisko szkoły.
I live near the school.
Notice how blisko fits with the surrounding words here.
- 3Another practical use
Nie podchodź zbyt blisko.
Do not get too close.
Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
Mistakes English speakers make with blisko
Incorrect: blisko dworzec
Correct: blisko
For this meaning, the complete Polish form is blisko. Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
Incorrect: Hotel jest blisko dworzec.
Correct: Hotel jest blisko dworca.
Blisko takes genitive when followed by a reference point: dworca, not dworzec.
Good to know
Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
Read this practice conversation aloud
Practice near
Partner
Co powiesz w tej sytuacji?
What will you say in this situation?
You
Hotel jest blisko dworca.
The hotel is near the station.
Partner
A w innym kontekście?
And in another context?
You
Mieszkam blisko szkoły.
I live near the school.
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 "Near" in Polish
When should I say blisko?
Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
Is niedaleko another way to say near?
Niedaleko is a useful related expression. The main form here is blisko; choose the wording that fits the person and context.
What wording should I avoid with blisko?
Avoid blisko dworzec In this context, use blisko For this meaning, the complete Polish form is blisko. Blisko is an adverb and can take genitive to name what something is near, as in blisko domu.
Can you show blisko in a sentence?
Nie podchodź zbyt blisko. — Do not get too close.
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