Translation of Polish word "pustynia" to English
pustynia
/pustɨˈɲa/
Meaning
NounA barren area of land or desolate terrain, especially one with little water or vegetation; a wasteland. In particular, a barren, arid area of land which is hot, with sandy, rocky, or parched ground.
How to use
The feminine noun 'pustynia' (desert) declines regularly (plural 'pustynie', genitive plural 'pustyń'). The related adjective is 'pustynny' (desert-like).
🇬🇧 English
desert
Structure Guide
Polish Word: pustynia
Translation: desert
Example Sentences
Pustynia jest domem wielu zwierząt.
A desert is home to many animals.
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Common phrases
- pustynia Sahara— Sahara Desert
- burza piaskowa na pustyni— desert storm / sandstorm
- pustynny krajobraz— desert landscape
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The Polish word "pustynia" means "desert" in English.
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