Translation of Polish word "nóż" to English
nóż
/nux/
Meaning
NounA utensil or a tool designed for cutting, consisting of a flat piece of hard material, usually steel or other metal (the blade), usually sharpened on one edge, attached to a handle. The blade may be pointed for piercing.
How to use
The masculine noun 'nóż' (knife) declines with the mobile 'ó' turning into 'o' in oblique cases (e.g., genitive 'noża'). In Polish, the idiom 'mieć nóż na gardle' means to be under extreme pressure / have a knife at one's throat.
🇬🇧 English
knife
Structure Guide
Polish Word: nóż
Translation: knife
Example Sentences
Sprzedawca zapakował ten nóż z troską.
The seller wrapped this knife with care.
Nóż jest w worku.
The knife is in the bag.
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Common phrases
- nóż kuchenny— kitchen knife
- ostry nóż— sharp knife
- mieć nóż na gardle— to have a knife to one's throat
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The Polish word "nóż" means "knife" in English.
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