przeznaczenie

destiny, fate

Advanced Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation

/pʂɛznaˈt͡ʂɛɲɛ/

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Cultural Note

'Przeznaczenie' carries a sense of cosmic inevitability in Polish romantic thought. The belief that lovers are 'przeznaczeni sobie' (destined for each other) is very strong in Polish culture, influenced by both Catholic tradition (God's plan) and Romantic-era literature. Polish love stories often emphasize fate bringing people together against all odds, making 'przeznaczenie' a deeply romantic concept.

📝 Example Sentences

Nasze spotkanie było przeznaczeniem.

Our meeting was destiny.

Wierzę, że przeznaczenie nas połączyło.

I believe that fate brought us together.

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