Translation of Polish word "dobry" to English
dobry
/ˈdɔbrɨ/
Meaning
AdjectiveOf a person or an animal: Acting in the interest of what is beneficial, ethical, or moral.
How to use
The adjective 'dobry' (good) declines regularly. In the masculine personal plural, it undergoes consonant mutation to become 'dobrzy' (e.g., 'dobrzy ludzie'). Make sure to distinguish between 'dobry' (adjective) and 'dobrze' (adverb).
🇬🇧 English
good
Structure Guide
Polish Word: dobry
Translation: good
Example Sentences
Dobry człowiek
A good person
Bądź grzeczny, kiedy twojej matki i mnie nie ma w domu.
Be good when your mother and I are not home.
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Common phrases
- dobry dzień— good day
- dobry pomysł— good idea
- dobra robota— good job
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Frequency rank: #14 in Polish
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The Polish word "dobry" means "good" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "He's a good guy.".
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