Translation of Polish word "używać" to English
używać
/uʐɨvaʦ/
Meaning
VerbTo utilize or employ. To employ; to apply; to utilize.
How to use
The verb 'używać' (to use / consume) is imperfective; its perfective pair is 'użyć'. In Polish, it governs the genitive case for the object being used (e.g., 'używać komputera' — to use a computer, 'używać języka' — to use language). A common mistake among learners is using the accusative case, which is grammatically incorrect.
🇬🇧 English
to use
Structure Guide
Polish Word: używać
Translation: to use
Example Sentences
Używać alkoholu jest niebezpieczne.
Using alcohol is dangerous.
Organizacja Narodów Zjednoczonych potępiła stosowanie tortur.
The United Nations condemned the use of torture.
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Common phrases
- używać siły— to use force
- używać języka— to use language
- często używać— to use frequently
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🦊 Conjugation of the verb "używać"Full conjugation →
Present Tense (Czas teraźniejszy)
Past Tense (Czas przeszły)
Perfect Aspect (Czas przeszły złożony)
ja używałem / używałam
Imperative (Tryb rozkazujący)
Frequency rank: #258 in Polish
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The Polish word "używać" means "to use" in English.
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