B2 noun Neutral. Can be used in formal and informal contexts.

adaptacja

/a.dapˈtat͡sja/

Exemples

1

Adaptacja do nowego środowiska zajęła mu trochę czasu.

Adaptation to the new environment took him some time.

2

Ten film to adaptacja znanej powieści.

This film is an adaptation of a well-known novel.

3

Rośliny wykazują niesamowitą adaptację do różnych warunków.

Plants show amazing adaptation to various conditions.

4

Firma przeprowadziła adaptację biur pod nowe potrzeby.

The company carried out the adaptation of offices for new needs.

5

Jego szybka adaptacja do zespołu była imponująca.

His quick adaptation to the team was impressive.

Collocations courantes

szybka adaptacja (quick adaptation)
biologiczna adaptacja (biological adaptation)
adaptacja do zmian (adaptation to changes)

How to Use It

Notes d'usage

Often used with prepositions like 'do' (to/for) when indicating what is being adapted to (e.g., 'adaptacja do warunków' - adaptation to conditions).

Erreurs courantes

Confusing it with 'adopcja' (adoption), though they share a similar Latin root, their meanings are distinct.
Incorrect stress placement; remember it's 'a-dap-TA-cja'.

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Origine du mot

From Latin 'adaptatio', from 'adaptare' (to adapt), through French 'adaptation'.

Contexte culturel

The concept of 'adaptacja' is broadly understood across cultures, reflecting the universal human and biological need to adjust to changing circumstances. In Polish discourse, it can often appear in discussions about social changes, technological advancements, or environmental challenges.

Astuce mémo

Remember 'adaptacja' sounds very much like the English 'adaptation'. If you can adapt to new words, this one will be easy!

Questions fréquentes

3 questions

No, 'adaptacja' can refer to adjusting to any new conditions, like a new job, environment, or even an artistic adaptation of a book to a film.

Yes, the verb is 'adaptować się' (to adapt oneself) or 'adaptować' (to adapt something).

Generally, 'adaptacja' itself is neutral, implying a process of adjustment. The outcome of the adaptation can be positive or negative, but the word itself doesn't carry a negative connotation.

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