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

The Polish word "wcześnie" is defined as: "A shift (scheduled work period) that takes place early in the day."

Translation of Polish word "wcześnie" to English

wcześnie

/ft͡ʂɛɕɛɲɛ/

Time & Calendar A2

Meaning

Adverb

A shift (scheduled work period) that takes place early in the day.

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How to use

The temporal adverb 'wcześnie' (early) describes action before the expected time. Its comparative form is 'wcześniej' (earlier) and superlative is 'najwcześniej' (earliest).

🇬🇧 English

early

Usage GuidePrzyjechałem wcześnie, aby zobaczyć film.

Structure Guide

Polish Word: wcześnie
Translation: early

Example Sentences

Przyjechałem wcześnie, aby zobaczyć film.

I arrived early to see the movie.

Wstałem wcześnie, aby porządnie się umyć.

I got up early to wash properly.

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Synonyms

ranoahead of time / early

Common phrases

wcześnie rano— early in the morning
za wcześnie— too early
wcześniej czy później— sooner or later

More Time & Calendar words

późno sezon przyszłość moment wiek dekada okres całe gruszka dzieci południe jesień

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🇬🇧English:early

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What does the Polish word "wcześnie" mean?▼

The Polish word "wcześnie" means "early" in English.

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