śmietana
sour cream / cream
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
ɕmjɛˈtana
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Cultural Note
Śmietana is an essential condiment in Polish cuisine, served alongside pierogi, placki ziemniaczane, barszcz, and many other dishes. Polish cooking distinguishes between śmietana (sour cream, 18% fat) and śmietanka (sweet cream/whipping cream, 30%+ fat).
📝 Example Sentences
Podaj pierogi ze śmietaną.
Serve the pierogi with sour cream.
Dodaj łyżkę śmietany do zupy.
Add a spoonful of sour cream to the soup.