pocieszać kogoś
to comfort someone, to console
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/pɔˈt͡ɕɛʂat͡ɕ ˈkɔɡɔɕ/
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Cultural Note
Being able to comfort a partner is highly valued in Polish relationships. The ability to 'pocieszać' shows emotional intelligence and empathy — essential qualities in a long-term partner according to Polish relationship values.
📝 Example Sentences
Zawsze mnie pocieszasz, gdy jest mi smutno.
You always comfort me when I'm sad.
Umiesz pocieszać lepiej niż ktokolwiek.
You know how to comfort better than anyone.