Significado
evidence suggests that
Contexto cultural
In Polish media, this phrase is often used to avoid 'pomówienie' (libel). By saying 'everything indicates' rather than 'he did it,' journalists protect themselves legally. Polish scholars use this phrase to maintain 'obiektywizm naukowy' (scientific objectivity). It is preferred over 'I found that...' which can sound too subjective. Poles often look for 'znaki' (signs). If a black cat crosses the path and then they lose their wallet, they might say 'Wszystko wskazywało na to, że to będzie zły dzień.' Using this phrase in a Polish boardroom shows that you are 'merytoryczny' (substantive/fact-based). It is a high-status linguistic marker.
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma before 'że'. It's a non-negotiable rule in Polish grammar that learners often forget.
Don't over-use it
If you use it in every sentence, you'll sound like a robot or a very boring news anchor. Mix it up with 'prawdopodobnie' or 'zdaje się'.
Significado
evidence suggests that
The Comma Rule
Always put a comma before 'że'. It's a non-negotiable rule in Polish grammar that learners often forget.
Don't over-use it
If you use it in every sentence, you'll sound like a robot or a very boring news anchor. Mix it up with 'prawdopodobnie' or 'zdaje się'.
The 'Safe' Expert
Use this phrase when you want to disagree with someone politely. 'Wszystko wskazuje na to, że jest inaczej...' sounds much softer than 'Nie masz racji'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing words to complete the phrase.
Wszystko ________ na to, że jutro będzie wolne.
The standard verb for this idiom is 'wskazuje'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct version:
You need 'na to' followed by a comma and 'że'.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.
A: Czy myślisz, że firma zbankrutuje? B: Niestety, ________, że tak się stanie. Straty są ogromne.
This is the most natural and formal way to confirm a deduction based on facts like 'huge losses'.
Match the conclusion to the evidence using the phrase.
Evidence: Dark clouds, strong wind, drop in temperature.
The evidence logically points to a storm.
Match the Polish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are direct semantic equivalents.
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Banco de ejercicios
5 ejerciciosWszystko ________ na to, że jutro będzie wolne.
The standard verb for this idiom is 'wskazuje'.
Select the correct version:
You need 'na to' followed by a comma and 'że'.
A: Czy myślisz, że firma zbankrutuje? B: Niestety, ________, że tak się stanie. Straty są ogromne.
This is the most natural and formal way to confirm a deduction based on facts like 'huge losses'.
Evidence: Dark clouds, strong wind, drop in temperature.
The evidence logically points to a storm.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
These are direct semantic equivalents.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, 'iż' is a more formal version of 'że'. It is common in high-level literature or formal reports.
It might sound a bit dramatic or serious for a casual text, but it's perfectly fine if you're discussing something important.
'Wskazuje' is for abstract indications or pointing out a direction/fact. 'Pokazuje' is for physically showing something (like a picture).
Yes, just change the verb to past tense: 'Wszystko wskazywało na to, że...'
In this specific idiom, yes. Without 'na to', the sentence feels grammatically 'naked' to a native speaker.
They are both very common. 'Wiele' is slightly more cautious, 'wszystko' is more emphatic.
Yes, e.g., 'Wszystko wskazuje na niego' (Everything points to him) in a crime context.
Absolutely. It is one of the most common phrases in Polish business analysis and reporting.
Use 'Nic na to nie wskazuje'. Note the double negative 'nic... nie'.
Both. The 'na to, że' structure is intermediate, but using it correctly to build analytical arguments is an advanced (C1) skill.
Frases relacionadas
Wiele na to wskazuje
similarMuch points to the fact that...
Nic na to nie wskazuje
contrastNothing points to the fact that...
Wygląda na to, że
synonymIt looks like...
Z wszystkiego wynika, że
builds onIt follows from everything that...
