oczywiście
of course, certainly, naturally
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ɔ.t͡ʂɨˈviɕ.t͡ɕɛ/
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Cultural Note
'Oczywiście' is a warm, affirming response that implies the request was so reasonable it hardly needed asking. It's more enthusiastic than 'tak' (yes) and shows willingness. Very commonly used in both casual and formal Polish.
📝 Example Sentences
Oczywiście, że ci pomogę!
Of course I'll help you!
— Czy mogę wziąć jeden? — Oczywiście!
— Can I take one? — Of course!