pragnienie

desire, longing, yearning

Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation

/praɡˈɲɛɲɛ/

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Cultural Note

'Pragnienie' can mean both physical thirst and emotional desire/yearning. In romantic contexts, it conveys a deep, almost aching want for someone. It's more literary and intense than 'chęć' (wish/want). Polish love literature uses 'pragnienie' to express passionate longing that goes beyond simple attraction.

📝 Example Sentences

Miał ogromne pragnienie, żeby ją znowu zobaczyć.

He had an enormous desire to see her again.

Pragnienie bliskości jest naturalne.

The desire for closeness is natural.

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