Translation of Polish word "przewodnik" to English
przewodnik
/pʂɛˈvɔdɲik/
Meaning
NounSomeone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation, or to lead them through dangerous terrain.
How to use
The masculine noun 'przewodnik' has three meanings: 'guidebook' (inanimate masculine, genitive 'przewodnika', locative 'w przewodniku'), 'tour guide / leader' (masculine personal, genitive 'przewodnika', locative 'o przewodniku', plural 'przewodnicy'), and 'conductor' (physics, inanimate, e.g., 'przewodnik prądu' — conductor of current). It is derived from 'przewodzić' (to lead/conduct).
🇬🇧 English
guide
Structure Guide
Polish Word: przewodnik
Translation: guide
Example Sentences
Mama przygotowała przewodnik rano.
Mom prepared guide in the morning.
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Common phrases
- przewodnik turystyczny— tourist guide (person or book)
- kupić przewodnik— to buy a guidebook
- przewodnik prądu— conductor of current / electricity
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