Translation of Polish word "ale" to English
ale
/alɛ/
Meaning
ConjunctionApart from, except (for), excluding.
How to use
The adversative conjunction 'ale' (but) requires a comma before it when it connects clauses in a compound sentence (e.g., 'Chciałem pójść, ale padało'). In spoken Polish, it can also be used as an exclamation to add emphasis (e.g., 'Ale ładny dzień!' — What a beautiful day!).
🇬🇧 English
but
Structure Guide
Polish Word: ale
Translation: but
Example Sentences
Jestem głodny, ale nie mam pieniędzy.
I am hungry, but I don't have money.
On jest mój przyjaciel, ale nie jestem pewien, czy go znam.
He is my friend, but I'm not sure if I know him.
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Common phrases
- ale super— so cool / awesome
- no ale— well but
- ale gdzie tam— no way / far from it
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What does the Polish word "ale" mean?▼
The Polish word "ale" means "but" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Jestem głodny, ale nie mam pieniędzy.".
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