psiapsiółka
The Polish word for bestie is psiapsiółka.
psiapsiółka is an informal term used to refer to a person's closest friend. Depending on the person you are describing, you might use other informal phrases: Najlepszy kolega refers to a best male friend, while Najlepsza kumpelka refers to a best female friend. For a slang version meaning best buddy or best mate, you can use Najlepszy ziomek.
Did you know?
- If you want to sound much more casual, you can use the word mordo, which literally translates to 'face' but is used among close friends to mean 'buddy'.
- The word psiapsiółka is highly gendered and can only be used to refer to a female best friend.
- In Polish, the level of closeness is often reflected by changing the ending of the word, such as moving from the standard przyjaciółka to the more 'childish' or 'cute' sounding psiapsiółka.
Examples in context
- Moja psiapsiółka jest dzisiaj bardzo radosna.My bestie is very happy today.
- Każda psiapsiółka powinna być wspierająca.Every bestie should be supportive.
Example conversation
Paweł and Agnieszka are talking about her friends.
- PawełKto jest na tym zdjęciu z tobą?Who is in this photo with you?
- AgnieszkaTo moja psiapsiółka z liceum.That is my bestie from high school.
- PawełWyglądacie na bardzo zżyte.You look very close.
- AgnieszkaTak, znamy się od wielu lat.Yes, we have known each other for many years.
