złoto
/ˈzwɔ.tɔ/
The English word "gold" is translated to Polish as złoto.
złoto refers to the precious metal itself. It is also used symbolically to describe anything or anyone considered to be very valuable. Additionally, the expression szukanie złotego środka can be used to mean "finding the golden mean."
Meaning: made of gold, golden (adj)
Which one should you use?
złoto is the noun used for the metal, whereas złoty is the adjective used to describe the colour golden or something made of gold.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
złoto is a neuter noun. However, when used as an adjective to modify a feminine noun, the form changes to złota, such as in the phrase złota obrączka (golden ring).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈzwɔ.tɔ/.
Did you know?
- The phrase złota rączka literally means 'golden little hand' and describes a person who is handy at fixing everything around the house.
- In Polish, the phrase złote góry translates to 'golden mountains' and is used to describe promising someone unrealistic or exaggerated rewards.
- The Polish national currency is called the złoty, which literally translates to 'golden'.
Examples in context
- Czy to czyste złoto?Is that pure gold?This sentence is useful for asking if a substance is pure złoto.Tatoeba #352719 by zipangu, translation #442974 by CK
- Złoto jest cięższe od żelaza.Gold is heavier than iron.This sentence is useful for comparing the weight of złoto to iron.Tatoeba #702966 by zipangu, translation #18578 by CK
- Złoto jest cięższe od srebra.Gold is heavier than silver.This sentence is useful for comparing the weight of złoto to silver.Tatoeba #831839 by zipangu, translation #18592 by CK
- Na tej wystawie prezentowane są różne wyroby ze złota.Various gold products are showcased in this exhibition.
- 19 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Piotr and Anna are looking at jewelry in a store.
- PiotrTo jest prawdziwe złoto?Is this real gold?
- AnnaTak, to najwyższej jakości złoto.Yes, it is the highest quality gold.
- PiotrWygląda na bardzo ciężkie złoto.It looks like very heavy gold.
- AnnaWłaśnie dlatego to złoto jest drogie.That is exactly why this gold is expensive.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry złoto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
