cicho
quietly, softly
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈt͡ɕixɔ/
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Cultural Note
'Cicho!' (Quiet!) is a command often heard in Polish classrooms and churches. In romantic contexts, 'powiedzieć coś cicho' (to say something quietly) suggests intimacy and trust between partners.
📝 Example Sentences
Mów cicho, żeby nikt nie usłyszał.
Speak quietly so nobody hears.
Cicho wyszedł z pokoju.
He quietly left the room.