Ways to say it
| Polish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| borówka | /bɔˈruf.ka/ | feminine |
| jagoda | /jaˈɡɔ.da/ /jaˈɡɔ.da/ (Middle, Polish) |
feminine |
| czarna jagoda | /ˈt͡ʂar.na jaˈɡɔ.da/ | feminine |
In Polish, these terms refer to the blueberry fruit. The related adjective jagodowy is used to describe something that is of a dark blue colour.
Which one should you use?
borówka typically refers to the larger, cultivated blueberries, while czarna jagoda is often used to distinguish the wild, darker-colored bilberries. The term Borówka amerykańska is specifically used in some areas, especially in northern Poland, to differentiate the American blueberry from other berries.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term Borówka amerykańska is used in certain regions, particularly in northern Poland.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of borówka is borówki. When borówka is used as the direct object of a verb, such as in the sentence "I am eating a blueberry", it changes to the accusative form borówkę.
How do you pronounce it?
The word borówka has three syllables. The stress is on the second syllable: /bɔˈruf.ka/.
Did you know?
- The term czarna jagoda is a literal translation of 'black berry', yet it refers to the blue bilberry rather than the English blackberry.
- Picking jagody in the forest is a traditional summer pastime in Poland, often involving entire families spending the day in the woods.
- The term borówka is rooted in the word bor, which refers to a coniferous forest, reflecting the plant's natural habitat.
Examples in context
- Ta borówka jest bardzo słodka.This blueberry is very sweet.
- Czy ta borówka jest już dojrzała?Is this blueberry ripe yet?
Sources
- Wiktionary, “blueberry” translations and entries borówka, jagoda, czarna jagoda, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries borówka, czarna jagoda, jagoda, CC BY-SA 4.0.
