siadać
to sit down
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈɕadat͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
In Polish hospitality, 'siadaj!' or the more formal 'proszę usiąść' is the first thing a host says to a guest. Sitting together at the table ('siadać do stołu') for meals is a sacred daily ritual in Polish families, especially Sunday lunch.
📝 Example Sentences
Siadaj obok mnie, opowiem ci o moim dniu.
Sit down next to me, I'll tell you about my day.
Siadamy do kolacji razem każdego wieczoru.
We sit down for dinner together every evening.