szarlotka
The Polish word for apple pie is szarlotka.
szarlotka refers specifically to a pie or tart with an apple filling.
Meaning: pie with apple filling (noun)
Did you know?
- The name szarlotka is actually a loanword from the French 'Charlotte', which originally referred to a specific type of molded dessert named after a person.
- In many Polish households, szarlotka is not just a dessert but a staple of 'podwieczorek', the traditional afternoon tea or snack time.
- Polish apple pies often use 'Antonówka' or 'Reneta' apples, which are specific sour varieties that prevent the szarlotka from becoming too mushy.
Examples in context
- Ta szarlotka jest bardzo słodka.This apple pie is very sweet.
Example conversation
Piotr and Anna are having coffee in a cafe.
- PiotrCzy ta szarlotka jest dobra?Is this apple pie good?
- AnnaTak, jest pyszna!Yes, it is delicious!
- PiotrChcę zamówić drugą porcję.I want to order a second portion.
- AnnaJa też chętnie zjem kawałek.I would also gladly eat a piece.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries szarlotka, CC BY-SA 4.0.
