Translation of Polish word "prom" to English
prom
/prɔm/
Meaning
NounA boat or ship used to transport people, smaller vehicles and goods from one port to another, usually on a regular schedule.
How to use
The masculine noun 'prom' (ferry) declines regularly (genitive 'promu', locative 'na promie', plural 'promy'). The related verb is 'przeprawić się promem' (to cross by ferry).
🇬🇧 English
ferry
Structure Guide
Polish Word: prom
Translation: ferry
Example Sentences
Prom przewiózł mnie do drugiej strony rzeki.
The ferry took me to the other side of the river.
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Common phrases
- płynąć promem— to travel / go by ferry (requires instrumental)
- prom pasażerski— passenger ferry
- przeprawa promowa— ferry crossing / passage (related)
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The Polish word "prom" means "ferry" in English.
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