Translation of Polish word "szklanka" to English
szklanka
/ʂklanka/
Meaning
NounAn amorphous solid, often transparent substance, usually made by melting silica sand with various additives (for most purposes, a mixture of soda, potash and lime is added).
How to use
The feminine noun 'szklanka' (glass) declines regularly (genitive plural 'szklanek'). It refers specifically to a cylindrical drinking glass (typically without a stem or handle, used for water, juice, or tea). Do not confuse it with 'szkło' (the material glass), 'kieliszek' (stemmed wine glass or shot glass), or 'szyba' (windowpane).
🇬🇧 English
glass
Structure Guide
Polish Word: szklanka
Translation: glass
Example Sentences
Szklanka wody jest bardzo potrzebna
A glass of water is very necessary
Szklanka jest bardzo pełna.
The glass is very full.
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Common phrases
- szklanka wody— glass of water
- szklanka mleka— glass of milk
- szklanka herbaty— glass of tea
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