kuzyn
cousin (male)
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈkuzɨn/
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Cultural Note
Polish distinguishes between male cousins ('kuzyn') and female cousins ('kuzynka'). Extended family gatherings are very important in Polish culture — holidays like Wigilia (Christmas Eve) and Wielkanoc (Easter) bring together even distant cousins.
📝 Example Sentences
Mój kuzyn mieszka w Warszawie.
My cousin lives in Warsaw.
Grałem z kuzynem w piłkę nożną.
I played football with my cousin.
Kuzyn przyjdzie na moją imprezę urodzinową.
My cousin will come to my birthday party.