nerka
/ˈnɛr.ka/feminine
The Polish word for kidney is nerka.
nerka is a noun used to refer to the organ in the body.
Meaning: an organ in the body (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form for kidneys is nerki. When using the kidneys in the genitive or accusative case, use the form nerce.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈnɛr.ka/. It has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The word nerka also refers to a specific style of small, kidney-shaped handbag that became a popular fashion accessory in Poland.
- The term nerka was influenced by the Russian word не́рка, which refers to a specific type of salmon.
- In traditional Polish cuisine, nerki (kidneys) are often prepared as a hearty offal dish, reflecting a historical culinary preference for using every part of the animal.
Examples in context
- Jedna nerka, jaką mam, funkcjonuje lepiej niż dwie, które miałem.The only kidney I have is functioning better than the two I had.This sentence is useful for demonstrating how to use the singular form nerka.Tatoeba #12454739 by Wojtanex, translation #7745956 by abadf
- Ta nerka jest bardzo zdrowa.This kidney is very healthy.
Example conversation
Paweł and Agnieszka are discussing health symptoms at home.
- PawełCzuję dziwny ból, gdzie jest nerka?I feel a strange pain, where is the kidney?
- AgnieszkaPowinieneś iść do lekarza, Pawle.You should go to the doctor, Paweł.
- PawełMyślę, że to może być moja nerka.I think it might be my kidney.
- AgnieszkaZapiszę cię na wizytę jutro.I will make an appointment for you tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “kidney” translations and entries nerka, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries nerka, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
