dzień dobry panu

good day, sir (formal greeting to a man)

Intermediate Phrase

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Pronunciation

/dʑɛɲ ˈdɔ.brɨ ˈpa.nu/

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Cultural Note

In Polish, formal greetings specify gender. 'Dzień dobry panu' addresses a man, while 'dzień dobry pani' addresses a woman. This reflects the deeply gendered nature of Polish politeness.

📝 Example Sentences

Dzień dobry panu, czy mogę prosić o pomoc?

Good day, sir, may I ask for help?

Dzień dobry panu profesorowi.

Good day, professor (male).

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Related Words

dzień dobry

good morning / good day

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dzień dobry pani

good day, madam (formal greeting to a woman)

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