przy
by; near; next to; at
Intermediate Preposition
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Pronunciation
/pʂɨ/
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Cultural Note
'Przy tobie' (by your side/with you) is a deeply romantic expression in Polish. It conveys closeness and devotion. 'Przy kominku' (by the fireplace) evokes the cozy Polish tradition of spending winter evenings at home together — a staple of Polish domestic romance.
📝 Example Sentences
Chcę być przy tobie.
I want to be by your side.
Siedzieliśmy przy kominku.
We sat by the fireplace.