zawód
profession / occupation
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈzavut/
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Cultural Note
Interestingly, 'zawód' in Polish means both 'profession' and 'disappointment' — entirely different meanings depending on context. This homonym is a famous source of Polish wordplay. When discussing careers in a relationship, asking about each other's 'zawód' is a key getting-to-know-you topic.
📝 Example Sentences
Jaki jest twój wymarzony zawód?
What is your dream profession?
Z zawodu jestem inżynierem, ale z serca romantykiem.
By profession I'm an engineer, but at heart I'm a romantic.