arbuz
/ˈar.bus/masculine
Watermelon in Polish is arbuz.
The word refers to the watermelon fruit.
Meaning: fruit (noun)
Which one should you use?
Arbuz is the standard term, while Arbuś, Arbuzik and Arbuzek are diminutive forms used in informal contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun changes its form depending on the sentence structure. Use the genitive form arbuza after the preposition do or when expressing possession or preference, such as smak arbuza (taste of watermelon). The instrumental case arbuzem is used after the preposition z to mean 'with watermelon'. To refer to an indefinite number of watermelons, use the genitive plural form arbuzów, as in dużo arbuzów (many watermelons).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables, with the stress on the first syllable. It is pronounced /ˈar.bus/.
Did you know?
- The word arbuz shares a distant root with several other languages across Central Asia and the Middle East, tracing the fruit's journey to Europe.
- In Poland, the arbuz is culturally synonymous with the peak of summer, often sold by vendors from the back of trucks on city streets.
- Polish speakers often use the diminutive arbuzik not just for small fruits, but to express affection or a 'cute' desire for a snack.
Examples in context
- To jest rodzaj arbuza.It's a type of watermelon.This sentence shows how to identify a type of arbuz.Tatoeba #3367822 by nusia2302, translation #8160012 by TheNightAvl
- Sok arbuzowy to ulubiony przysmak moich dzieci.Watermelon juice is my kids' favorite treat.This sentence uses arbuz to describe a favorite treat.Tatoeba #12069058 by jimbojim, translation #11193867 by Amastan
- Lubię smak arbuza.I like the taste of watermelon.This sentence shows the use of the genitive form arbuza to express a preference for the taste of arbuz.Tatoeba #1193241 by dannier, translation #712124 by Ronaldonl
- Poproszę dzbanek z sokiem arbuzowym.I would like a jug of watermelon juice, please.
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Example conversation
Anna and Krzysztof are shopping at a local market.
- AnnaCzy ten arbuz jest słodki?Is this watermelon sweet?
- KrzysztofTak, to bardzo dobry arbuz.Yes, it is a very good watermelon.
- AnnaWięc weźmy go do koszyka.So let's put it in the basket.
- KrzysztofDobry pomysł, Anna.Good idea, Anna.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “watermelon” translations and entries arbuz, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
