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VERY BASIC - this is/is this


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finchfinchThreads: 1
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Joined: Sep 11, 11 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:24    #1
Hi,

I'm starting to learn polish and using Michel's method, very quick question: I understand that "this/it is" translates to "to jest" but is it also the same for "is it"? or would it be "jest to"

thanks
VincentThreads: 15
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Joined: Sep 9, 07 ♂ [Moderator] 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:47    #2
I understand that "this/it is" translates to "to jest" but is it also the same for "is it"? or would it be "jest to"


When asking a question and expecting a yes/no answer it is normal to put the question form "Czy" in front of "to jest." . Kto is also used if asking a question about a person.
SeanusThreads: 22
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Joined: Dec 25, 07 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:49    #3
True, Vincent. I'll add that 'kim' is also used, i.e kim jesteś? This means, 'who are you?'
finchfinchThreads: 1
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Joined: Sep 11, 11 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:51    #4
excellent - thank you.
SeanusThreads: 22
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Joined: Dec 25, 07 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:54    #5
Nie can be tagged onto the end which has the same function as our tag/tail questions. Isn't it, can't it etc etc

For example, idziemy do pubu, nie? (we are going to the pub, aren't we?)
finchfinchThreads: 1
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Joined: Sep 11, 11 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 18:57    #6
thanks seanus, This foundation course is excellent so far, but I'll most likely be posting a few questions in the future :P
SeanusThreads: 22
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Joined: Dec 25, 07 ♂ 		 Sep 11, 11, 19:01    #7
I'd be happy to help if I can. You are not asking only for translations but for an explanation of the mechanics of the language. Please remember that I am not Polish but I won't post you things which I am unsure of. Resident Poles are often on hand to help out. I've been living here for 7 years so the basics are a walk in the park :)


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