kłamać
to lie, to tell lies
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈkwamatt͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
Poles have a saying: 'Kłamstwo ma krótkie nogi' (A lie has short legs), meaning lies don't get far. Honesty is a cornerstone of Polish relationships, and being caught lying is considered a serious betrayal of trust.
📝 Example Sentences
Nigdy więcej mi nie kłam.
Never lie to me again.
Kłamał, patrząc mi prosto w oczy.
He lied while looking me straight in the eye.
Czy ty mi kłamiesz?
Are you lying to me?