المعنى
Things are working correctly.
خلفية ثقافية
In Poland, 'Wszystko gra' is often used to end a conversation on a positive note, especially after discussing a problem. It acts as a verbal 'seal' that the issue is resolved. In the industrial heartland of Silesia, the mechanical sense of 'Wszystko gra' is very strong, often associated with the rhythmic sounds of mining machinery. Younger generations often shorten the phrase to just 'Gra' or use the slang 'Gra gitara' to sound cooler and more relaxed. Among 'Polonia', the phrase is often mixed with English, leading to 'hybrid' expressions, but 'Wszystko gra' remains a core piece of heritage language.
The Universal Answer
If you're not sure how to answer a 'How are you?' question in Polish, 'Wszystko gra' is always a safe, natural, and positive choice.
Don't be too literal
Avoid using it in formal writing like essays or business letters. It's a spoken idiom first and foremost.
المعنى
Things are working correctly.
The Universal Answer
If you're not sure how to answer a 'How are you?' question in Polish, 'Wszystko gra' is always a safe, natural, and positive choice.
Don't be too literal
Avoid using it in formal writing like essays or business letters. It's a spoken idiom first and foremost.
Add 'i buczy'
If you want to sound like a native who has lived in Poland for years, use 'Wszystko gra i buczy' when something is working exceptionally well.
The 'No-Complaint' Zone
Using this phrase signals that you are in a good mood and not looking to engage in the typical Polish 'complaining' ritual.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing word to complete the idiom.
Naprawiłem twój rower. Teraz wszystko _______.
The idiom uses the 3rd person singular present tense 'gra'.
Match the situation to the best response.
Your friend asks: 'Co u ciebie słychać?'
'Wszystko gra' is the natural response to a friendly check-in.
Complete the dialogue between two colleagues.
A: Czy wysłałeś już ten ważny e-mail? B: Tak, sprawdziłem dwa razy i _________.
In this context, it confirms that the task was done correctly and everything is in order.
Which sentence uses the idiom correctly in the past tense?
How would you say 'Everything was fine'?
'Wszystko' is neuter singular, so the past tense verb must be 'grało'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينNaprawiłem twój rower. Teraz wszystko _______.
The idiom uses the 3rd person singular present tense 'gra'.
Your friend asks: 'Co u ciebie słychać?'
'Wszystko gra' is the natural response to a friendly check-in.
A: Czy wysłałeś już ten ważny e-mail? B: Tak, sprawdziłem dwa razy i _________.
In this context, it confirms that the task was done correctly and everything is in order.
How would you say 'Everything was fine'?
'Wszystko' is neuter singular, so the past tense verb must be 'grało'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
14 أسئلةLiterally, yes. But idiomatically, it means 'Everything is fine' or 'Everything is working'.
Yes, if the atmosphere is casual or neutral. If it's a very formal corporate environment, use 'Wszystko jest w porządku'.
The past tense is 'Wszystko grało'.
It's more of an informal idiom than pure slang. Most people of all ages use it.
No, that would be confusing. If you're sick, things are NOT 'playing' well.
It adds emphasis, suggesting that everything is running perfectly and with great energy, like a powerful engine.
Yes, similar forms exist in Russian (Всё играет) but they are much less common as a general greeting than in Polish.
Absolutely! It's the perfect phrase for that situation.
Try saying 'vshist-ko'. The 'v' and 'sh' are very close together.
It is friendly and polite in casual settings, but not 'formal-polite'.
Yes, for example, if you bump into someone and want to say you're okay.
You can say 'Coś tu nie gra' (Something isn't playing here) to mean something is wrong or suspicious.
Very common. It's a staple of natural-sounding dialogue in Polish cinema.
It is considered A1 because it is a basic building block of daily conversation.
عبارات ذات صلة
W porządku
synonymIn order / Okay
Spoko
similarCool / No problem
Działa
specialized formIt works
Wszystko gra i buczy
builds onEverything is running perfectly
