Inherited from Old Polish przyjaciel, from Proto-Slavic prijateľь, connected with prijati, to favor or be well-disposed toward someone.
Inherited from Old Polish przyjaciel, from Proto-Slavic prijateľь, connected with prijati, to favor or be well-disposed toward someone.
What does przyjaciel mean?
przyjaciel most often means a close, trusted friend, not just someone known casually.
How is przyjaciel different from znajomy?
znajomy is an acquaintance, while przyjaciel suggests trust, loyalty, and a closer bond.
Can przyjaciel mean supporter?
Yes. przyjaciel can mean a supporter or ally of a person, institution, art form, or cause.
Can przyjaciel mean lover?
Yes, it can be a discreet or old-fashioned euphemism for a male lover or romantic partner.
What is the plural of przyjaciel?
The masculine personal plural is przyjaciele, and the genitive plural is przyjaciół.
What is the feminine form of przyjaciel?
The feminine equivalent is przyjaciółka.
What case follows z with przyjaciel?
The preposition z takes the instrumental: z przyjacielem in the singular and z przyjaciółmi in the plural.
Is kolega the same as przyjaciel?
No. kolega is often a colleague, classmate, or mate, while przyjaciel is closer and more trusted.
What are common opposites of przyjaciel?
Common opposites are wróg and nieprzyjaciel.
Where does przyjaciel come from?
przyjaciel comes through Old Polish from a Proto-Slavic word connected with favor and goodwill.