Signification
Improving over time.
Contexte culturel
In Polish schools, teachers often write 'robi postępy' in the 'uwagi' (comments) section of the grade book. It is a standard way to signal that a student is trying hard, even if their grades aren't perfect yet. During the 'ocena roczna' (annual review) in Polish corporations, 'zrobić postępy' is a key phrase used to justify raises or promotions. Polish sports commentators frequently use this phrase to describe young athletes who are 'rising stars'. It carries a sense of national hope. The hashtag #postępy is commonly used on Polish Instagram by people sharing their transformation photos, whether it's weight loss, art, or DIY projects.
Use Plural
While 'postęp' (singular) exists, we almost always use the plural 'postępy' when talking about personal improvement.
Avoid 'Mieć'
Never say 'Mam postępy'. It's a classic giveaway that you are translating from English.
Signification
Improving over time.
Use Plural
While 'postęp' (singular) exists, we almost always use the plural 'postępy' when talking about personal improvement.
Avoid 'Mieć'
Never say 'Mam postępy'. It's a classic giveaway that you are translating from English.
Add Adjectives
To sound more like a native, use adjectives like 'widoczne' (visible) or 'znaczące' (significant).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'robić' or 'zrobić'.
W zeszłym roku _________ wielkie postępy w nauce angielskiego.
We use the past perfective 'zrobiłem' because the sentence refers to a completed period (last year) and a result.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct version:
Polish uses the verb 'robić' (not 'mieć') and the preposition 'w' + Locative.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Twoja polszczyzna jest świetna! B: Dziękuję, _________.
This is the most natural way to acknowledge improvement in a conversation.
Match the adjective to the situation.
You worked 10 hours a day on a project. You made ______ postępy.
'Ogromne' means huge, which fits the context of working 10 hours a day.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesW zeszłym roku _________ wielkie postępy w nauce angielskiego.
We use the past perfective 'zrobiłem' because the sentence refers to a completed period (last year) and a result.
Choose the correct version:
Polish uses the verb 'robić' (not 'mieć') and the preposition 'w' + Locative.
A: Twoja polszczyzna jest świetna! B: Dziękuję, _________.
This is the most natural way to acknowledge improvement in a conversation.
You worked 10 hours a day on a project. You made ______ postępy.
'Ogromne' means huge, which fits the context of working 10 hours a day.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your teacher, or your best friend.
Yes, 'robić progres' is very common in modern, informal Polish, especially among young people and in business.
'Robić' is for the ongoing process (I am making progress), while 'zrobić' is for a completed achievement (I have made progress).
Yes, but it usually refers to a single, specific breakthrough rather than general improvement.
Use the genitive case for negation: 'Nie robię żadnych postępów.'
Yes, but mostly in books, formal speeches, or very official documents. It sounds a bit poetic or old-fashioned in daily life.
Usually 'w' (in) followed by the Locative case. Example: 'postępy w nauce'.
Yes! 'Zrobiłem postępy w odchudzaniu' is perfectly natural.
Not at all. You can 'zrobić postępy' in learning to tie your shoes or playing a video game.
You can say 'robić regres' (rare) or more commonly 'cofać się w rozwoju' or 'brak postępów'.
Expressions liées
iść do przodu
similarTo move forward / to progress.
odnieść sukces
builds onTo achieve success.
cofać się
contrastTo go backwards / to regress.
czynić postępy
specialized formTo make progress (formal).
