Translation of Polish word "gorzki" to English
gorzki
/ɡɔʂkʲi/
Meaning
AdjectiveHaving a sharp, unpleasant taste, similar to strong coffee or unsweetened chocolate; not sweet.
How to use
The adjective 'gorzki' (bitter) declines regularly. Note: the source metadata mistakenly lists this as a noun, but it is an adjective. In the masculine personal plural, it undergoes consonant mutation to become 'gorzcy' (e.g., 'gorzcy w słowach krytycy' — bitter/harsh critics). Its comparative is 'gorzkszy' (or 'bardziej gorzki') and superlative is 'najgorzkszy'. The adverb is 'gorzko' (bitterly / sourly). It is the antonym of 'słodki'.
🇬🇧 English
bitter
Structure Guide
Polish Word: gorzki
Translation: bitter
Example Sentences
On jest gorzki.
He is bitter.
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Common phrases
- gorzka czekolada— dark / bitter chocolate
- gorzka prawda— bitter truth
- gorzko płakać— to cry bitterly / weep
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The Polish word "gorzki" means "bitter" in English.
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