Translation of Polish word "cło" to English
cło
/t͡swɔ/
Meaning
NounThe duties or taxes imposed on imported or exported goods.
How to use
The neuter noun 'cło' (customs duty / tariff) declines regularly (genitive 'cła', locative 'o cle', plural 'cła'). Note: the source translation is 'customs' (таможня), but in Polish 'cło' is specifically the duty/tax paid on goods, whereas the customs organization or border checkpoint is called 'urząd celny' (customs office) or 'celnicy' (customs officers).
🇬🇧 English
customs
Structure Guide
Polish Word: cło
Translation: customs
Example Sentences
Pamiętaj, że będziesz musiał zapłacić cło za sprowadzenie tego luksusowego samochodu.
Remember that you will have to pay customs duty for importing this luxury car.
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Common phrases
- opłacić cło— to pay customs duty / tariff
- urząd celny— customs office / agency (related location)
- cło wywozowe— export duty / tariff
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What does the Polish word "cło" mean?▼
The Polish word "cło" means "customs" in English.
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