Robert
/ˈrɔ.bɛrt/masculine
Robert is the Polish equivalent of the given name Robert.
Robert is a masculine given name.
Meaning: given name (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The name changes its form depending on its role in a sentence. It becomes Roberta in the genitive and accusative cases, and it becomes Robertowi in the dative case.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈrɔ.bɛrt/. The word has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
Did you know?
- The name 'Robert' is a doublet of the name 'Rupert'. Although they look different, they actually share the same linguistic roots.
- While 'Robert' is the official name, a Polish person might call a friend 'Robek' or 'Robi' in a casual setting. These are common diminutive forms used to show closeness or affection.
- If you are addressing 'Robert' directly, such as when calling him, you would use the vocative case. In many Polish contexts, this sounds like 'Robercie'.
Examples in context
- Słyszę, że Robert jest chory.I hear Robert is sick.This sentence is useful for hearing the name Robert used as a subject.Tatoeba #621258 by Bilberry, translation #29340 by CN
- John jest starszy od Roberta.John is older than Robert.This sentence shows how the name changes to Roberta when used in a comparison.Tatoeba #3425241 by konrad509, translation #1452172 by CN
- Robert lubi muzykę klasyczną.Robert likes classical music.This sentence demonstrates the name Robert used in a simple declarative sentence.Tatoeba #11119156 by MarekMazurkiewicz, translation #11119155 by MarekMazurkiewicz
- Dzień dobry, Robert!Good morning, Robert!
- Hej, Robek, chcesz iść na kawę?Hey, Robek, want to grab a coffee?
- 5 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Tomasz and Anna are talking about a mutual friend.
- TomaszCzy widziałaś dzisiaj Roberta?Did you see Robert today?
- AnnaNie, dlaczego o niego pytasz?No, why are you asking about him?
- TomaszRobert obiecał mi pomóc w kuchni.Robert promised to help me in the kitchen.
- AnnaZadzwoń do niego jeszcze raz.Call him one more time.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “robert” translations and entries Robert, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Robert, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
