Archive for 'Culture'
What are the benefits of learning a new language? Part I Posted by Kasia on Dec 10, 2016
Learning a new foreign language takes time and dedication. The benefits below may help to convince you to take the plunge, if such persuasion is needed. Some reasons are practical, some aspirational, some intellectual and others sentimental, but whatever your reasons, having a clear idea of why you’re learning a language can help to motivate…
Polish language is truly amazing! Posted by Kasia on Nov 30, 2016
Did you know that around the world, there are almost… 50 million people who speak Polish! Of course, most of them live in Poland, but large Polish-speaking communities can also be found in USA, Canada, Great Britain, Israel, Argentina, Brasil and Belarus. However, don’t be surprised if you meet a Polish speaker in Denmark, Estonia…
My personal list of famous Poles Posted by Kasia on Nov 14, 2016
All countries can boast that they are renowned for having famous people either born, or raised in their country. In Poland, this is not boasting – it is a fact of life. Poland is considered the birthplace and home for some of the most famous people. None of the people mentioned below were born famous…
Amazing Polish Nobel Prize Winners Posted by Kasia on Oct 5, 2016
The Nobel Prize (Nagroda Nobla) is the most distinguished and coveted global honour. First awarded in 1901, it has recognized individuals and groups from over 30 countries or territories. The Nobel Laureates can be groups or individuals. There have even been multiple time nominees and awards. The highest number of recognitions has been given to…
Prayers in Polish and English Posted by Kasia on Sep 29, 2016
Recently I had few questions from readers about prayers in Polish. Most of you asked where can you find Polish pronunciation of them. I wasn’t able to find it anywhere, so in today’s post I have few prayers in Polish and English with the pronunciation for you. Please let me know if you have questions:)…
Have you heard about “Black Protest” against abortion ban in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Sep 26, 2016
In recent days you probably have noticed pictures of people dressed in black to protest a law advanced by the ruling PiS party which would ban all abortions (aborcje). The demonstration, #CzarnyProtest (Black Protest), takes place in different cities in Poland and major cities worldwide. People on social media, both in Poland and beyond, have raised their…
Back to school – witaj szkoło! Great blogs about school in Poland Posted by Kasia on Aug 31, 2016
School starts tomorrow for my daughter! I know that in many places has already started. I always remember first day in Polish school as September 1st! I put a list of few blogs about going back to school, school system in Poland, students in Poland….or just school in general:) Enjoy! First of all, cute poem…