Polish Meets English—What Words Are Actually Borrowing in Poland?

Fri, 01 May 2026 06:39:16 +0000

Polish Meets English: What Words Are Actually Borrowing in Modern Polish? In today’s globalized world, language is constantly evolving—especially in countries like Poland, where English influence is pervasive across technology, culture, business, and everyday speech. But what exactly do Poles borrow from English, and which loanwords have truly become part of everyday Polish? This article explores the most common English loanwords absorbed into Polish, how they’ve adapted, and why they now feel distinctly Polish—even when they’re originally British. --- ### Why Are English Words Becoming Part of Polish?