Translation of Polish word "opóźnienie" to English
opóźnienie
/ɔpuʑˈɲɛɲɛ/
Meaning
NounA period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying; procrastination; lingering inactivity.
How to use
The neuter verbal noun 'opóźnienie' (delay / lag) declines regularly (plural 'opóźnienia'). It is derived from the verb 'opóźnić' (to delay / slow down) or 'późno' (late). It is commonly used in transit, construction, and electronics (propagation delay).
🇬🇧 English
delay
Structure Guide
Polish Word: opóźnienie
Translation: delay
Example Sentences
Dziennikarz napisał artykuł o tym opóźnieniu.
The journalist wrote an article about this delay.
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Common phrases
- mieć opóźnienie— to have a delay / be delayed (vehicle/project)
- opóźnienie pociągu— train delay
- bez opóźnień— without delays / on schedule
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The Polish word "opóźnienie" means "delay" in English.
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