wieś
village / countryside
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
vjɛɕ
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Cultural Note
Polish countryside ('wieś') is a source of national pride and nostalgia. Agritourism ('agroturystyka') — staying at working farms — has become a popular romantic getaway option. Rural Poland offers a slower pace of life, homemade food, and beautiful landscapes.
📝 Example Sentences
Spędziliśmy weekend na wsi u dziadków.
We spent the weekend in the countryside at grandparents' place.
Życie na wsi jest spokojne i piękne.
Life in the countryside is peaceful and beautiful.