dłoń
palm; hand (poetic)
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/dwɔɲ/
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Cultural Note
'Dłoń' is more poetic and intimate than 'ręka' (hand/arm). In Polish love poetry and songs, 'dłoń' is preferred for romantic contexts. Holding someone's 'dłoń' implies tenderness, while 'ręka' is more everyday.
📝 Example Sentences
Trzymał jej dłoń w swojej.
He held her hand in his.
Jej dłonie były ciepłe.
Her hands were warm.