Translation of Polish word "ołówek" to English
ołówek
/ɔwuvɛk/
Meaning
NounA paintbrush.
How to use
The masculine noun 'ołówek' (pencil) declines with mobile 'e' dropping in oblique cases (e.g., genitive 'ołówka'). It is derived from the word 'ołów' (lead). To say 'draw with a pencil', use the instrumental case: 'rysować ołówkiem'.
🇬🇧 English
pencil
Structure Guide
Polish Word: ołówek
Translation: pencil
Example Sentences
Ołówek jest niezbędny do rysowania.
A paintbrush is necessary for drawing.
Ołówek jest w szafce.
The pencil is in the closet.
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Common phrases
- temperować ołówek— to sharpen a pencil
- pisać ołówkiem— to write with a pencil
- ołówek automatyczny— mechanical pencil
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