Ways to say it
| Polish | IPA |
|---|---|
| dobrze | /ˈdɔ.bʐɛ/ /ˈdɔ.br̝ɛ/ (Middle, Polish) |
| w porządku | /f‿pɔˈʐɔnt.ku/ |
| zgoda | /ˈzɡɔ.da/ |
The terms for "ok" in Polish vary depending on whether you are acknowledging a situation, expressing consent or giving an endorsement. While dobrze is a general adverb, w porządku indicates that a situation is fine or acceptable and zgoda is used specifically to express agreement or consent, similar to saying "Agreed" or "Deal".
Which one should you use?
dobrze functions primarily as an adverb meaning "well" or "good", though it can serve as an acknowledgement. In contrast, w porządku is used to indicate that a situation is in order or acceptable. While the others are general, zgoda is specifically used to signify agreement or approval.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
For formal situations, zgoda is a suitable way to express agreement or approval. For informal or casual settings, you can use the loanword okej or the international term OK. Among friends, the colloquial expression spoko (derived from spokojnie) is common, as is jasne, which literally means "clear" or "obvious" and is used to signify understanding.
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How does it change in a sentence?
dobrze is an adverb and does not change its form based on gender or number. It is the adverbial form of the adjective dobry (good).
How do you pronounce it?
2 syllables. The stressed syllable is the first of 2. IPA: /ˈdɔ.bʐɛ/
Did you know?
- In Polish, the term zgoda for agreement shares a historical root with the verb godzić, which can mean to reconcile or to settle a dispute.
- The colloquial word spoko comes from spokojnie, which means 'calmly' or 'peacefully'. Using it to say 'ok' is like telling someone to keep the peace.
- Polish speakers often use okej as a loanword, but it is spelled phonetically with a 'j' at the end to match Polish pronunciation rules.
Examples in context
- Dobrze się pan czuje?Are you feeling OK?This sentence shows how to use dobrze to ask about someone's well-being.Tatoeba #842153 by zipangu, translation #20280 by CK
- Teraz jest w porządku?It's ok now?This sentence uses w porządku to confirm if a situation is currently fine.Tatoeba #4179262 by jeedrek, translation #1543922 by wallebot
- Wszystko z tobą dobrze?Are you OK?This sentence uses dobrze to ask if someone is feeling okay.Tatoeba #957083 by zipangu, translation #953106 by CK
- Czy możemy rozpocząć spotkanie o godzinie 10:00? – Dobrze.Can we start the meeting at 10:00? – OK.
- Zgoda, zorganizuję to dla Ciebie.OK, I will arrange it for you.
- Proponowane zmiany są akceptowane.The proposed changes are accepted.
- Czy chcesz iść na spacer? – OK.Do you want to go for a walk? – OK.
- Będę gotowy za piętnaście minut. – Spoko.I'll be ready in fifteen minutes. – OK.
- Chcesz więcej kawy? – Jasne!Do you want more coffee? – OK!
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Example conversation
Krzysztof and Małgorzata are agreeing on a meeting time.
- KrzysztofZobaczymy się jutro o piątej, dobrze?We'll see each other tomorrow at five, okay?
- MałgorzataDobrze, będę na miejscu.Okay, I will be there.
- KrzysztofTo jest dla ciebie dobra godzina?Is that a good time for you?
- MałgorzataTak, pasuje mi idealnie.Yes, it suits me perfectly.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ok” translations and entries dobrze, w porządku, zgoda, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries dobrze, w, w porządku, zgoda, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
