chłopaki
In Polish, the English phrase "guys" is translated as chłopaki.
Chłopaki translates to "guys" or "boys". It is used to address a group of male friends or a mixed group where males make up the majority of the group.
What does it mean word for word?
The word chłopaki is the plural form of chłopak, which literally means "boy".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Chłopaki is an informal term and should not be used in formal or professional settings.
How does it change in a sentence?
Chłopaki is the nominative plural form, used when addressing a group directly or referring to them as the subject of a sentence. When you are referring to "guys" as the object of a verb, such as in "I see the guys", the form changes to chłopaków.
Did you know?
- In historical contexts, the root of chłopaki refers to the 'chłop', a peasant serf. This gives the word a class-based history that 'guys' lacks in English.
- While chłopaki refers to 'guys', the singular chłopak is the standard Polish word for 'boyfriend'.
- Even though 'chłopaki' is used for friends, calling a stranger 'chłopak' might sound patronizing, as if you are treating an adult man like a small child.
Examples in context
- Sami was kocha, chłopaki.Sami loves you, guys.This sentence shows how to express affection toward a group using chłopaki.Tatoeba #10496454 by Shounen, translation #7229592 by OsoHombre
- No weźcie, chłopaki. To już nie jest śmieszne.Come on, guys. This is not funny anymore.This sentence demonstrates using chłopaki to express frustration or a plea.Tatoeba #2810154 by Ceresnya, translation #2182805 by Hybrid
- Chłopaki, lecę.Guys, I gotta go.This sentence shows how to use chłopaki when announcing a departure.Tatoeba #402652 by zipangu, translation #402546 by Dorenda
- Chłopaki, czy idziemy na piwo?Guys, are we going for a beer?
- Możecie mi pomóc, ziomki?Can you guys help me out, dudes?
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Paweł and his friends are playing football in the park.
- AnnaChłopaki, wstawajcie, bo zaczynamy mecz!Guys, get up, because the match is starting!
- PawełJuż idziemy, Anno.We are coming, Anna.
- AnnaCzekam na was przy boisku.I am waiting for you at the field.
- PawełBędziemy za minutę.We will be there in a minute.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
