Translation of Polish word "podczas" to English
podczas
/pɔt͡ʂaɲ/
Meaning
ConjunctionDuring the same time that.
How to use
The preposition 'podczas' (during) always requires the genitive case (e.g., 'podczas wojny' — during the war, 'podczas wykładu' — during the lecture). In compound sentences, it can act as part of a conjunction 'podczas gdy' (while / whereas).
🇬🇧 English
while
Structure Guide
Polish Word: podczas
Translation: while
Example Sentences
Podczas podróży widziałem piękne widoki.
While traveling, I saw beautiful views.
Podczas pracy muszę być bardzo skupiony.
While working, I must be very focused.
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Common phrases
- podczas gdy— while / whereas
- podczas lekcji— during the lesson
- podczas urlopu— during vacation / leave
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The Polish word "podczas" means "while" in English.
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