pozwolić
to allow, to permit, to let
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/pɔˈzvɔ.lit͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
'Pozwolić' is key to polite Polish. The phrase 'czy pozwoli pan/pani' (will you allow, sir/madam) is used before doing something that might impose on someone — offering help, introducing yourself, or taking a seat. It's the hallmark of refined manners.
📝 Example Sentences
Czy pozwoli pan, że się przedstawię?
Will you allow me to introduce myself (formal, to a man)?
Pozwól, że ci pomogę z tymi torbami.
Let me help you with those bags.