B2 noun Neutral to slightly formal, can be used in everyday conversation as well as more academic contexts.

fenomen

A remarkable person or thing

/fɛˈnɔmɛn/

Ejemplos

1

Jego zdolność do nauki języków to prawdziwy fenomen.

His ability to learn languages is a true phenomenon.

2

Była fenomenem w świecie muzyki klasycznej.

She was a phenomenon in the world of classical music.

3

Ten film stał się fenomenem kulturowym.

This film became a cultural phenomenon.

4

Uzdolnione dziecko było uważane za fenomen.

The talented child was considered a prodigy (a phenomenon).

5

To, jak szybko się dostosował, było fenomenem.

How quickly he adapted was a phenomenon.

Colocaciones comunes

prawdziwy fenomen (a true phenomenon)
fenomen natury (a phenomenon of nature)
fenomen kulturowy (a cultural phenomenon)

Cómo usarlo

Notas de uso

When referring to a person, 'fenomen' often implies a prodigy or someone with exceptional talent. When referring to an event or object, it signifies something unusual, rare, or highly impactful.

Consejos

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Origen de la palabra

From Latin 'phaenomenon', from Greek 'phainomenon' (thing appearing, phenomenon), from 'phainein' (to show, to appear). It entered Polish through German.

Contexto cultural

In Polish, calling someone a 'fenomen' is a high compliment, highlighting their unique abilities or achievements. It's often used in media to describe breakout stars, scientific discoveries, or significant social trends.

Truco para recordar

Think of the English word 'phenomenon'. The Polish 'fenomen' looks and sounds very similar, making it easy to remember its meaning of something remarkable or an extraordinary occurrence.

Preguntas frecuentes

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While 'fenomen' often implies something remarkable and positive, it can also refer to any unusual or extraordinary occurrence, which might not always be positive depending on the context. However, when used to describe a person, it usually implies exceptional talent or ability.
They are similar but not identical. 'Cud' (miracle) often has a stronger connotation of divine intervention or something truly inexplicable. 'Fenomen' refers more broadly to anything extraordinary or remarkable, without necessarily implying supernatural causes.
Yes, the plural form is 'fenomeny' (nominative plural). For example, 'Te zjawiska to prawdziwe fenomeny natury.' (These occurrences are true phenomena of nature.)
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