lipiec
/ˈli.pjɛt͡s/inanimate, masculine
The Polish word for July is lipiec.
lipiec is used to name the seventh month of the Gregorian calendar. You may also see the related adjective Lipcowe, which describes something as being related to July.
Meaning: seventh month of the Gregorian calendar (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The name lipiec is derived from lipa, meaning linden tree (lime tree), because this month is traditionally associated with the blooming of these trees.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word changes depending on how it is used in a sentence. Use lipca (genitive case) to express 'of July' or to specify a date, such as 'the 10th of July'. Use lipcu (locative case) with the preposition w to mean 'in July'.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈli.pjɛts/ (2 syllables, stress on the 1st syllable)
What mistakes should you avoid?
When trying to say 'in July', do not use the form lipcem. Instead, use the locative form lipcu after the preposition w.
Did you know?
- While many European months are named after Roman gods, the Polish lipiec follows a Slavic tradition of naming months after seasonal natural phenomena.
- The linden tree lipa associated with lipiec is a powerful cultural symbol in Poland and was historically planted near homes for its fragrance and honey.
- Many Polish surnames are derived from lipa or lipiec, reflecting the historical importance of the linden tree in the landscape.
Examples in context
- Jest lipiec.It's July.This sentence shows how to state the current month using lipiec.Tatoeba #10594016 by zakid, translation #10191144 by sundown
- Styczeń, luty, marzec, kwiecień, maj, czerwiec, lipiec, sierpień, wrzesień, październik, listopad i grudzień to dwanaście miesięcy roku.January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December are the twelve months of the year.This sentence lists the months of the year, including lipiec.Tatoeba #10593982 by tokzyk, translation #621957 by Eldad
- A będziesz na lipiec gotowy?And will you be ready for July?This sentence uses lipiec to refer to the upcoming month.Tatoeba #10472090 by hecko2, translation #10472092 by hecko
Example conversation
Agnieszka and Krzysztof are planning a summer vacation.
- AgnieszkaKiedy jedziemy na wakacje?When are we going on vacation?
- KrzysztofMyślę, że lipiec będzie najlepszy.I think July will be the best.
- AgnieszkaW lipcu jest zazwyczaj bardzo gorąco.It is usually very hot in July.
- KrzysztofWłaśnie dlatego warto wtedy jechać.That's exactly why it's worth going then.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “July” translations and entries lipiec, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
