słuchać
to listen
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈswuxat͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
'Słucham?' is also the standard way to answer the phone in Poland. In relationships, 'aktywne słuchanie' (active listening) is emphasized in Polish couples' therapy. 'Nigdy mnie nie słuchasz' is one of the most common relationship complaints.
📝 Example Sentences
Słuchaj mnie uważnie.
Listen to me carefully.
Nigdy mnie nie słuchasz.
You never listen to me.
Ważne jest, żeby słuchać partnera.
It's important to listen to your partner.