pochwała
praise, commendation
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/pɔˈxfawa/
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Cultural Note
In Polish love language theory, 'słowa pochwały' (words of affirmation/praise) are considered one of the key ways to express love. Polish partners may be reserved with praise publicly but deeply value it in private.
📝 Example Sentences
Każdy potrzebuje słów pochwały.
Everyone needs words of praise.
Zasłużyłaś na pochwałę.
You deserved the praise.