słyszeć
to hear
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈswɨʂɛt͡ɕ/
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Cultural Note
Polish distinguishes between 'słyszeć' (to hear passively) and 'słuchać' (to listen actively). In relationships, Poles value active listening — 'słuchaj mnie' (listen to me) is a common plea during disagreements. The imperative of 'słyszeć' is typically replaced by 'słuchaj' from the related verb.
📝 Example Sentences
Słyszę twój głos i czuję się bezpiecznie.
I hear your voice and I feel safe.
Czy słyszysz tę piosenkę? To nasza piosenka.
Do you hear that song? That's our song.