Translation of Polish word "szczęście" to English
szczęście
/ʂt͡ʂɛ̃nt͡ɕɛ/
Meaning
PronounThe emotion of being happy; joy; elation.
How to use
The neuter noun 'szczęście' has two meanings: 'happiness' (emotional state) and 'luck / good fortune' (chance). It declines regularly. The phrase 'na szczęście' means fortunately, and 'życzyć szczęścia' means to wish luck.
🇬🇧 English
happiness
Structure Guide
Polish Word: szczęście
Translation: happiness
Example Sentences
Mam szczęście, że mam dobrych przyjaciół.
I'm lucky to have good friends.
Szczęście nie zna granic.
Happiness knows no bounds.
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Common phrases
- na szczęście— fortunately / luckily
- życzyć szczęścia— to wish luck / happiness
- mieć szczęście— to be lucky
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Frequency rank: #511 in Polish
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The Polish word "szczęście" means "happiness" in English.
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