Antoni
/anˈtɔ.ɲi/
The English name Anthony is translated into Polish as Antoni. Wiktionary also lists Antek.
Meaning: given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Polish | IPA |
|---|---|
| Antoni | /anˈtɔ.ɲi/ |
| Antek | /ˈan.tɛk/ |
Antoni is the Polish equivalent of the given name Anthony.
Which one should you use?
Antoni is the standard form of the name, while Antek serves as a common diminutive or nickname.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Antoni is the formal version of the name. Antek is the informal version, commonly used by friends and family.
How do you pronounce it?
/anˈtɔ.ɲi/. The name has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Poland, naming days are nearly as important as birthdays, and people named Antoni traditionally celebrate their 'name day' on January 17.
- In Polish, names change their endings depending on who you are talking to or how you use them in a sentence, so Antoni might become Antoniego or Antoniemu.
- While Antek is the standard diminutive, very close family members or romantic partners might use the even softer form Antuś.
Examples in context
- Jestem Antoni.I am Anthony.This sentence is useful for introducing yourself using the form Antoni.Tatoeba #12453781 by Wojtanex, translation #778226 by kenken
- Pan Antoni jest bardzo uprzejmy.Mr. Anthony is very polite.
- Antek jest bardzo zabawny.Antek is very funny.
- To jest Antoni.This is Antoni.
- Mój brat ma na imię Antoni.My brother's name is Antoni.
Example conversation
Anna introduces a friend to Piotr.
- AnnaPiotr, poznaj mojego kolegę. To Antoni.Piotr, meet my friend. This is Antoni.
- PiotrCześć, Antoni! Miło cię poznać.Hi, Antoni! Nice to meet you.
- AnnaAntoni pracuje w tej samej firmie co ja.Antoni works in the same company as I do.
- PiotrTo bardzo ciekawe.That is very interesting.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anthony” translations and entries Antoni, Antek, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
