Translation of Polish word "cel" to English
cel
/t͡sɛl/
Meaning
AdjectiveThe end for which something is done, is made or exists.
How to use
The masculine noun 'cel' means 'goal / target / purpose'. It declines regularly (genitive 'celu', locative 'w celu'). The phrase 'w celu' governs the genitive case of a verbal noun and means 'for the purpose of / in order to'. Note that 'cel' can also mean a shooting target.
🇬🇧 English
purpose
Structure Guide
Polish Word: cel
Translation: purpose
Example Sentences
Artysta stworzył cel pracę.
The artist created a purpose work.
Cel mojej podróży jest zwiedzać nowe miasta.
The purpose of my trip is to visit new cities.
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Common phrases
- osiągnąć cel— to achieve / reach a goal
- w celu— in order to / for the purpose of
- cel podróży— destination / purpose of travel
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The Polish word "cel" means "purpose" in English.
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