Meaning
A polite thank you.
Cultural Background
Poles often downplay their help. If you say 'Bardzo dziękuję', they might reply 'Nie ma za co' (There is nothing to thank for) or 'Drobiazg' (A trifle). In business, 'bardzo dziękuję' is often followed by 'za owocną współpracę' (for fruitful cooperation). It is a key phrase for building long-term trust. In some rural areas, you might still hear 'Bóg zapłać' as a response to a favor, though 'bardzo dziękuję' is universally understood and accepted. Younger Poles use 'dzięki' almost exclusively with each other, but will switch to 'bardzo dziękuję' immediately when speaking to a professor or an elderly person.
The 'Proszę' Rule
Always wait for the 'proszę' after you say 'dziękuję'. It's like the second half of a handshake.
Don't over-nasalize
Don't try too hard to pronounce the 'ę' at the end. A simple 'e' sound is more natural for native speakers.
Meaning
A polite thank you.
The 'Proszę' Rule
Always wait for the 'proszę' after you say 'dziękuję'. It's like the second half of a handshake.
Don't over-nasalize
Don't try too hard to pronounce the 'ę' at the end. A simple 'e' sound is more natural for native speakers.
Eye Contact
In Poland, making brief eye contact while saying 'bardzo dziękuję' shows sincerity.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to say 'Thank you very much'.
______ dziękuję za pomoc.
'Bardzo' is the correct adverb to intensify 'dziękuję'.
Which of these is the most polite way to thank a stranger?
You are at a post office and the clerk helps you.
'Bardzo dziękuję' is the standard polite form for strangers.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Proszę, to pani kawa. B: ________________.
When receiving something, 'Bardzo dziękuję' is the natural response.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are leaving a job interview.
This is the most professional and appropriate phrase for an interview.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises______ dziękuję za pomoc.
'Bardzo' is the correct adverb to intensify 'dziękuję'.
You are at a post office and the clerk helps you.
'Bardzo dziękuję' is the standard polite form for strangers.
A: Proszę, to pani kawa. B: ________________.
When receiving something, 'Bardzo dziękuję' is the natural response.
Situation: You are leaving a job interview.
This is the most professional and appropriate phrase for an interview.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsBoth are perfectly fine and interchangeable. 'Bardzo dziękuję' is slightly more common in formal writing.
Yes, but it might sound a bit formal. Use 'Dzięki' for a more relaxed vibe.
That would be 'Chciałbym/Chciałabym złożyć serdeczne podziękowania'.
In this context, 'proszę' means 'you're welcome'. It's the standard polite response.
Say 'Bardzo dziękuję za wszystko'.
Related Phrases
dziękuję
similarthank you
dzięki
synonymthanks
proszę
contrastplease / you're welcome
serdecznie dziękuję
specialized formheartily thank you
wielkie dzięki
similarbig thanks
