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"Postcard" in Polish: pocztówka
pocztówka
Postcard in Polish is pocztówka. Pocztówka is feminine; useful forms are pocztówki (genitive), pocztówkę (direct object) and pocztówką (instrumental). Pocztówka is a postcard; kartka pocztowa is another expression for the same item.
Identifying or describing postcard
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How to pronounce pocztówka
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pokhtoovka
/pɔtʂtufka/
In pocztówka, ó has the same vowel as u; cz is a hard ch-like sound. The content words in pocztówka normally use penultimate stress when they have multiple syllables.
"Postcard" in Polish: quick reference
| Polish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| pocztówka | postcard Dictionary form for feminine pocztówka. | Dictionary form for feminine pocztówka. |
| pocztówki | of postcard Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. | Genitive form, used for example after nie ma. |
| pocztówką | with postcard Instrumental form after z meaning with. | Instrumental form after z meaning with. |
| pocztówkę | postcard as a direct object Accusative form, used with many affirmative object-taking verbs. | Accusative form, used with many affirmative object-taking verbs. |
How to use pocztówka in real life
- 1Identifying or describing postcard
Pocztówka jest już napisana.
The postcard is already written.
This sentence uses pocztówka to describe postcard in context.
- 2Using postcard in daily life
Wysyłam pocztówkę do babci.
I send a postcard to my grandmother.
Notice the form used for pocztówka in this practical sentence.
- 3Another use of postcard
Nie mam znaczka do pocztówki.
I do not have a stamp for the postcard.
The construction shows how pocztówka fits a different situation.
Mistakes English speakers make with pocztówka
Incorrect: Nie ma pocztówka.
Correct: Nie ma pocztówki.
After nie ma, pocztówka takes the genitive form pocztówki.
Incorrect: z pocztówka
Correct: z pocztówką
When z means with, use the instrumental: z pocztówką. Z can also mean from.
Good to know
Pocztówka is a postcard; kartka pocztowa is another expression for the same item.
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Describe postcard in two different contexts
Partner
Ułóż zdanie z tym słowem.
Make a sentence with this word.
You
Pocztówka jest już napisana.
The postcard is already written.
Partner
A teraz podaj inny przykład.
Now give a different example.
You
Wysyłam pocztówkę do babci.
I send a postcard to my grandmother.
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 "Postcard" in Polish
What grammatical form is pocztówka?
Pocztówka is feminine. No article is required with pocztówka; surrounding words carry its gender and number agreement.
How does pocztówka change as a direct object?
The accusative form is pocztówkę. For comparison, the genitive is pocztówki; negation can change the case required by a verb.
How do I use pocztówka after “with”?
Use z pocztówką. Here z introduces the instrumental form of pocztówka, rather than its dictionary form.
What should I know about using pocztówka?
Pocztówka is a postcard; kartka pocztowa is another expression for the same item.
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