Pologne (en. Poland)
/pɔ.lɔ.ɲ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A country in Central Europe known for its rich history and culture.
Poland has a varied and delicious cuisine.
La Pologne a une cuisine variée et délicieuse.
Historical region of Poland, which played a key role in European history.
Poland was the cradle of many artistic movements.
La Pologne a été le berceau de nombreux mouvements artistiques.
Name designating the Polish people.
Poles are proud of their cultural heritage.
Les Polonais sont fiers de leur patrimoine culturel.
Etymology
From Polish 'Polska', deriving from 'pole', meaning 'field' or 'plain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Ancient Poland
Reference to the ancient historical period of Poland.
Pologne antique
History of Poland
Study of the significant events that shaped the country.
Histoire de la Pologne
Polish culture
Facts related to the traditions, arts, and customs of Poland.
Culture polonaise
Related Words
Warsaw
Capital of Poland.
Varsovie
Polish
Language spoken in Poland.
Polonais
Warsaw Ghetto
Historical area associated with the Holocaust in Poland.
Ghetto de Varsovie
Slang Meanings
A friendly reference to a Pole.
Hey, where are you from? You're from Poland, right?
Eh, tu viens d'où ? T'es d'la Pologne, non ?
Used to affectionately refer to Polish food.
I feel like having some pierogi, it reminds me of Poland!
J'ai envie de quelques pierogi, ça me rappelle la Pologne !