What is the definition of the Polish word "samotność"?

The Polish word "samotność" is defined as: "A feeling of depression resulting from being alone or from having no companions."

Translation of Polish word "samotność" to English

samotność

/saˈmɔtnɔɕt͡ɕ/

Emotions & Feelings B2

Meaning

Noun

A feeling of depression resulting from being alone or from having no companions.

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How to use

Samotność ('loneliness / solitude') is feminine. Samotność jest trudna.

🇬🇧 English

loneliness

Usage GuideW dużym i tętniącym życiem mieście paradoksalnie łatwo odczuć boleśnie dotkliwą samotność.

Structure Guide

Polish Word: samotność
Translation: loneliness

Example Sentences

W dużym i tętniącym życiem mieście paradoksalnie łatwo odczuć boleśnie dotkliwą samotność.

In a large and bustling city, paradoxically, it is easy to feel a painfully acute loneliness.

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Synonyms

isolation / being aloneisolation

Common phrases

uczucie samotności— feeling of loneliness
znosić samotność— to endure loneliness

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This concept in other languages

🇩🇪German:Einsamkeit 🇬🇧English:loneliness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Polish word "samotność" mean?▼

The Polish word "samotność" means "loneliness" in English.

How do you pronounce the Polish word "samotność"?▼

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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "W dużym i tętniącym życiem mieście paradoksalnie łatwo odczuć boleśnie dotkliwą samotność.".