zapraszam na kolację

I invite you to dinner, let me treat you to dinner

Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation

/zaˈpraʂam na kɔˈlat͡sjɛ/

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Cultural Note

In Polish, 'zapraszam' (I invite) carries an implicit offer to pay. When a Pole says 'zapraszam na kolację,' they are expected to cover the bill. This is why Poles are careful with the word — saying 'chodźmy na kolację' (let's go to dinner) is neutral about payment, while 'zapraszam' means 'my treat.'

📝 Example Sentences

Zapraszam cię na kolację w sobotę wieczorem.

I'm inviting you to dinner on Saturday evening.

Zapraszam na kolację — moja propozycja, mój rachunek.

Let me treat you to dinner — my idea, my bill.

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