What is the definition of the Polish word "budynek"?

The Polish word "budynek" is defined as: "Masculine noun meaning 'building (a structure with a roof and walls)'."

Translation of Polish word "budynek" to English

budynek

/budɨˈnɛk/

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Meaning

Noun

Masculine noun meaning 'building (a structure with a roof and walls)'.

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How to use

The masculine noun 'budynek' (building) declines regularly. Note that in the declension, the vowel 'e' is dropped (e.g., genitive 'budynku', locative 'w budynku'). It is a general term for any architectural structure.

🇬🇧 English

building

Usage GuideBudynek jest wysoki

Structure Guide

Polish Word: budynek
Translation: building

Example Sentences

Budynek jest wysoki

The building is high

Moja siostra mieszka w tym apartamentowcu.

My sister lives in this apartment building.

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Synonyms

structure / constructionedifice / grand buildingdom

Common phrases

budynek mieszkalny— residential building
w budynku— inside the building
budynek biurowy— office building

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This concept in other languages

🇬🇧English:building 🇪🇸Spanish:edificio

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Frequency rank: #36 in Polish

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What does the Polish word "budynek" mean?▼

The Polish word "budynek" means "building" in English.

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