Signification
Something is illogical.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is a cornerstone of 'narzekanie' (complaining), which is a common social lubricant in Poland. Agreeing that something is 'bez sensu' is a sign of friendship. In the cult movie 'Dzień Świra', the protagonist uses 'bez sensu' to describe the absurdity of his daily routine, reflecting a national sentiment of existential frustration. In Polish offices, 'bez sensu' is often used to describe inefficient procedures. It's a way for employees to bond against bureaucracy. Younger generations might use 'bezsens' as a noun to describe a 'fail' or a stupid situation.
The 'To' Shortcut
In 90% of cases, you can just say 'To bez sensu' for anything you don't like. It's the ultimate beginner survival phrase.
Don't 'Make' Sense
Never say 'To robi sens'. Poles will understand you, but it sounds very 'English-y'. Stick to 'To ma sens'.
Signification
Something is illogical.
The 'To' Shortcut
In 90% of cases, you can just say 'To bez sensu' for anything you don't like. It's the ultimate beginner survival phrase.
Don't 'Make' Sense
Never say 'To robi sens'. Poles will understand you, but it sounds very 'English-y'. Stick to 'To ma sens'.
Bonding through 'Bez sensu'
If a Pole complains to you, agreeing with 'No, bez sensu' is a great way to show empathy and build rapport.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
To jest bez _______.
The preposition 'bez' requires the genitive case, which for 'sens' is 'sensu'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'This is pointless'?
How do you say 'This is pointless' in Polish?
'To jest bez sensu' is the standard expression. 'To robi sens' is an incorrect anglicism.
Match the situation to the reaction.
You are waiting for a bus that is 40 minutes late. What do you say?
When a situation is frustrating and illogical, 'bez sensu' is the correct reaction.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Chodźmy do kina na ten film, który trwa 5 godzin. B: 5 godzin? To _______.
A 5-hour movie is often seen as 'pointless' or 'too much', making 'bez sensu' the natural response.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesTo jest bez _______.
The preposition 'bez' requires the genitive case, which for 'sens' is 'sensu'.
How do you say 'This is pointless' in Polish?
'To jest bez sensu' is the standard expression. 'To robi sens' is an incorrect anglicism.
You are waiting for a bus that is 40 minutes late. What do you say?
When a situation is frustrating and illogical, 'bez sensu' is the correct reaction.
A: Chodźmy do kina na ten film, który trwa 5 godzin. B: 5 godzin? To _______.
A 5-hour movie is often seen as 'pointless' or 'too much', making 'bez sensu' the natural response.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsIt's not a swear word, but it is blunt. Use it with friends, but be careful using it with superiors.
It's better to use it for their actions. 'On jest bez sensu' sounds very strange and overly harsh.
'Bez sensu' is a phrase (This is pointless), while 'bezsensowne' is an adjective (A pointless thing).
Use 'To ma sens'.
Expressions liées
to ma sens
contrastthat makes sense
bezsensowny
similarpointless (adjective)
bzdura
synonymnonsense / rubbish
nie ma sensu
similarit doesn't make sense
