jajka
The English word "eggs" is translated into Polish as jajka.
jajka refers to the oval objects produced by female birds or other animals, often used as food.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the word is jajko. The word jajka is the nominative plural form used for 'eggs'.
Did you know?
- The expression jajca is used in the idiom robić sobie jajca, which means to make fun of someone or to joke around.
- When referring to 'egg whites', Poles use the word białko, which is also the word for 'protein'.
- In Poland, the most traditional way to serve jajka during Easter is hard-boiled and dyed in vibrant colors to symbolize new life.
Examples in context
- Tom zjadł trzy jajka.Tom ate three eggs.This sentence shows how to use jajka when stating that someone ate a specific number of eggs.Tatoeba #12069009 by jimbojim, translation #8910778 by CK
- Gdzie są jajka, proszę?Where are the eggs, please?This sentence is useful for asking the location of jajka politely.Tatoeba #10544822 by tokzyk, translation #1565 by RoyalBee
- Przepraszam, gdzie są jajka?Excuse me. Where are the eggs?This sentence demonstrates how to ask for the location of jajka using an apology/excuse.Tatoeba #952098 by zipangu, translation #1235191 by CK
- Przepraszam, czy mogę prosić o jedno jajko?Excuse me, can I have one egg, please?
- Do przygotowania tego dania potrzebujemy dwóch jajek.We need two eggs to make this dish.
- Kupiłem trzy jajka w sklepie.I bought three eggs at the store.
- Na śniadanie zjadłem jajko na miękko.I had a soft-boiled egg for breakfast.
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Example conversation
Paweł and Anna are in the kitchen preparing breakfast.
- PawełCzy mamy w lodówce jajka?Do we have any eggs in the fridge?
- AnnaTak, są świeże jajka.Yes, there are fresh eggs.
- PawełTo świetnie, zjem jajka na śniadanie.That is great, I will eat eggs for breakfast.
- AnnaJa też chcę jajka.I want eggs too.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
