Translation of Polish word "palce" to English
palce
/paltsɛ/
Meaning
NounA slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb, and the corresponding part, irrespective of including a thumb, in many other animals.
How to use
The word 'palce' is the nominative/accusative plural of the masculine noun 'palec' (finger / toe). Note that Polish uses the same word 'palec' for both fingers (on hands, 'palce u rąk') and toes (on feet, 'palce u nóg'). The thumb is called 'kciuk'. To point at someone is 'pokazywać palcem'.
🇬🇧 English
finger
Structure Guide
Polish Word: palce
Translation: finger
Example Sentences
Palce są niezbędne do wykonania różnych czynności, takich jak pisanie czy malowanie.
Fingers are necessary for performing various activities, such as writing or painting.
Palce są używane do gry na gitarze.
Fingers are used to play the guitar.
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Common phrases
- palce u rąk— fingers
- palce u nóg— toes
- patrzeć przez palce— to turn a blind eye / look through fingers (idiom)
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The Polish word "palce" means "finger" in English.
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