Translation of Polish word "tam" to English
tam
Meaning
AdverbIn or at a place or location (stated, implied or otherwise indicated) that is perceived to be away from, or at a relative distance from, the speaker (compare here).
How to use
The adverb 'tam' (there) points to a distant location, contrasting with 'tutaj/tu' (here). Note that the source metadata mistakenly marks this as a verb, but it is purely an adverb. The phrase 'tam i z powrotem' means there and back again.
🇬🇧 English
there
Structure Guide
Polish Word: tam
Translation: there
Example Sentences
Znam Bristol całkiem dobrze, bo tam mieszkałem.
I know Bristol quite well because I lived there.
Zajrzałem do szafki i tam były moje klucze!
I looked in the locker and there were my keys!
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Common phrases
- tam i z powrotem— there and back
- idź tam— go there
- kto tam— who is there
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Polish word "tam" mean?▼
The Polish word "tam" means "there" in English.
How do you pronounce the Polish word "tam"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "Znam Bristol całkiem dobrze, bo tam mieszkałem.".
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