Signification
Reminding someone about something.
Contexte culturel
The 'Forget-me-not' (Niezapominajka) is a symbol of memory and environmental care in Poland. There is even a special day for it in May. Saying 'Nie zapomnij o nas' to a guest is a common way to express that they are always welcome back. If you forget something and have to go back home, some Poles believe you should sit down for a moment to avoid bad luck. The phrase 'Nie zapomnij' was historically significant during times of war and partition to keep the Polish language and culture alive.
The 'O' Rule
If you are unsure of the case, use 'Nie zapomnij o...' + Locative. It's often easier for beginners than the Genitive.
Watch the 'j'
Don't forget the 'j' at the end of 'zapomnij'. It's an imperative marker!
Signification
Reminding someone about something.
The 'O' Rule
If you are unsure of the case, use 'Nie zapomnij o...' + Locative. It's often easier for beginners than the Genitive.
Watch the 'j'
Don't forget the 'j' at the end of 'zapomnij'. It's an imperative marker!
Texting
In texts, you can just write 'Nie zapomnij!' as a reply to someone saying they are going somewhere.
Politeness
Always add 'proszę' if you want to be extra polite, even with friends.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'klucze' (keys).
Nie zapomnij _______!
Negation requires the Genitive case. 'Kluczy' is the Genitive plural of 'klucze'.
Which sentence is a formal reminder?
Select the formal version:
'Proszę' + infinitive is the standard formal way to give a reminder.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Idę na zakupy. B: Dobrze, nie zapomnij _______ chleba.
We use the infinitive 'kupić' after 'nie zapomnij' to indicate the task.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Reminding a group of friends to bring beer to a party.
'Nie zapomnijcie' is the plural informal form.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesNie zapomnij _______!
Negation requires the Genitive case. 'Kluczy' is the Genitive plural of 'klucze'.
Select the formal version:
'Proszę' + infinitive is the standard formal way to give a reminder.
A: Idę na zakupy. B: Dobrze, nie zapomnij _______ chleba.
We use the infinitive 'kupić' after 'nie zapomnij' to indicate the task.
Reminding a group of friends to bring beer to a party.
'Nie zapomnijcie' is the plural informal form.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot with friends or family, but it is too direct for strangers or superiors.
Because of the 'Genitive of Negation' rule in Polish grammar.
Yes, just add 'że'. Example: 'Nie zapomnij, że cię kocham'.
The plural is 'nie zapomnijcie'.
Nie zapomnij o mnie.
Not really, but 'Pamiętaj!' (Remember!) is a common positive alternative.
Yes, in an informal email to a friend.
Niech Pani nie zapomni.
Yes, follow it with an infinitive verb.
It's the imperfective form, used for general or repeated reminders.
Expressions liées
Pamiętaj o
similarRemember about...
Nie zapominaj
similarDon't forget (imperfective)
Przypomnij mi
builds onRemind me
Zapomniałem
contrastI forgot
