Translation of Polish word "około" to English
około
/ɔkˈɔwɔ/
Meaning
PrepositionIn a circle around; all round; on every side of; on the outside of; around.
How to use
The preposition 'około' (about / around / approximately) governs the genitive case (e.g., 'około godziny' — about an hour, 'około stu' — about a hundred). It is used to express approximate values or times. Do not confuse it with 'wokół' (around, in a circle).
🇬🇧 English
about
Structure Guide
Polish Word: około
Translation: about
Example Sentences
Około godziny szóstej jest najgorsze.
Around six o'clock in the evening is the worst.
Około południa jest najcieplej.
Around noon is the warmest.
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- około godziny— about an hour
- około południa— around noon
- około stu— about a hundred
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What does the Polish word "około" mean?▼
The Polish word "około" means "about" in English.
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