Translation of Polish word "kieszeń" to English
kieszeń
/ˈkʲɛʂɛɲ/
Meaning
NounA bag stitched to an item of clothing, used for carrying small items.
How to use
The noun 'kieszeń' (pocket) is feminine despite ending in a consonant, and declines as a feminine i-stem (genitive 'kieszeni', locative 'w kieszeni', plural 'kieszenie'). The related adjective is 'kieszonkowy' (e.g., 'kieszonkowe' — pocket money).
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Structure Guide
Polish Word: kieszeń
Translation: pocket
Example Sentences
Znalazłem klucze w kieszeni kurtki.
I found the keys in my jacket pocket.
Znalazłem kieszeń na stole w kuchni.
I found the pocket on the kitchen table.
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Common phrases
- kieszonkowe— pocket money / allowance (related noun)
- włożyć do kieszeni— to put into the pocket (perfective)
- pusta kieszeń— empty pocket (metaphorical meaning broke)
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