뜻
Firm refusal.
문화적 배경
Poles value honesty and directness. Using 'Nie ma takiej możliwości' is seen as being clear rather than rude. It is often used to avoid 'losing face' by making promises one cannot keep. In Polish business, 'Nie ma takiej możliwości' is a standard part of negotiation. It signals that a specific point (like price or deadline) has reached its absolute limit. Paradoxically, this phrase is used to insist on being a good host. If a guest tries to help with dishes or pay, the host uses this phrase to show their commitment to the guest's comfort. You will often hear this at the 'Urząd' (Office). It reflects the rigid adherence to rules that is sometimes found in Polish administrative culture.
The 'No' Sandwich
If you want to be extra polite, put the phrase between two 'softeners': 'Przykro mi, ale nie ma takiej możliwości, może innym razem.'
Don't over-emphasize
If you say it too loudly, it can sound very angry. Keep a calm, flat tone to sound professional and firm.
뜻
Firm refusal.
The 'No' Sandwich
If you want to be extra polite, put the phrase between two 'softeners': 'Przykro mi, ale nie ma takiej możliwości, może innym razem.'
Don't over-emphasize
If you say it too loudly, it can sound very angry. Keep a calm, flat tone to sound professional and firm.
The 'Żeby' Rule
When adding a reason, always use 'żeby' + past tense. 'Nie ma takiej możliwości, żeby on przyszedł.'
Hospitality Hack
Use this phrase when a Polish host offers you more food and you are full. It shows you are serious about being full!
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing word in the Genitive case.
Czy mogę pożyczyć twój telefon? Nie, nie ma takiej __________.
'Nie ma' requires the Genitive case of 'możliwość.'
Which phrase is the most natural way to say 'No way' in a neutral office setting?
Szef prosi o skończenie projektu w 5 minut.
It is firm but professional.
Match the Polish phrase with its English equivalent.
Refusals
These are the standard translations for these refusal levels.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
A: Czy możemy wejść bez biletu? B: Przykro mi, ale nie ma __________ __________.
Both the adjective and the noun must be in the Genitive case.
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시각 학습 자료
Possibility vs. Permission
Common Contexts
Work
- • Deadlines
- • Salary
- • Tasks
Social
- • Loans
- • Favors
- • Invitations
Service
- • Returns
- • Technical
- • Policy
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Czy mogę pożyczyć twój telefon? Nie, nie ma takiej __________.
'Nie ma' requires the Genitive case of 'możliwość.'
Szef prosi o skończenie projektu w 5 minut.
It is firm but professional.
왼쪽의 각 항목을 오른쪽의 짝과 연결하세요:
These are the standard translations for these refusal levels.
A: Czy możemy wejść bez biletu? B: Przykro mi, ale nie ma __________ __________.
Both the adjective and the noun must be in the Genitive case.
🎉 점수: /4
자주 묻는 질문
12 질문No, it is generally considered firm and direct. However, tone of voice matters. In a calm voice, it is professional.
Yes, but usually when explaining a technical or time constraint. For personal refusals, use something softer.
'Nie ma mowy' is much more informal and emotional. 'Nie ma takiej możliwości' is more logical and neutral.
Because the verb 'nie ma' (negation) always requires the Genitive case in Polish.
Yes, 'nie ma takiej opcji' is very common and slightly more modern/casual.
Yes, it is very common in formal emails and official letters to state that a request cannot be granted.
No, the phrase 'nie ma takiej możliwości' remains singular as it refers to the 'possibility' itself.
You say 'Nie było takiej możliwości.'
Yes, it can be used to express total disbelief in a statement.
Using the Nominative case: 'Nie ma taka możliwość.' Always remember the 'i' at the end!
You can just say 'Nie ma możliwości,' but adding 'takiej' makes it sound more natural and complete.
Only if you want to be very firm about a boundary. It might sound a bit cold for a relationship.
관련 표현
nie ma mowy
synonymNo way / Not a chance
nie ma opcji
similarNo option
wykluczone
synonymExcluded / Out of the question
nie da się
similarIt can't be done
zapomnij
contrastForget it
pod żadnym pozorem
builds onUnder no circumstances
