Translation of Polish word "powolny" to English
powolny
/pɔvɔlnɨ/
Meaning
AdjectiveTaking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
How to use
The adjective 'powolny' (slow / sluggish / gradual) declines regularly. In the masculine personal plural, it becomes 'powolni' (e.g., 'powolni pracownicy' — slow workers). The adverbial form is 'powoli' (slowly / gradually). It is the antonym of 'szybki'.
🇬🇧 English
slow
Structure Guide
Polish Word: powolny
Translation: slow
Example Sentences
Otrzymałem powolny odpowiedź z banku.
I received a slow response from the bank.
On jest powolny w pracy.
He is slow at work.
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Common phrases
- powolny krok— slow step / pace
- powolny proces— slow process
- powolne tempo— slow speed / tempo
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The Polish word "powolny" means "slow" in English.
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