Meaning
To receive help or encouragement.
Cultural Background
The 'Solidarność' (Solidarity) movement in the 1980s is the ultimate historical example of 'dostać wsparcie' on a national scale. People supported each other with food, secret printing presses, and moral courage. Crowdfunding sites like Siepomaga.pl or Zrzutka.pl are huge in Poland. It is very common to see posts saying 'Dostaliśmy wsparcie!' when a medical goal is reached. In Poland, it is culturally expected that you will 'dostać wsparcie' from your parents even well into adulthood, especially when buying a first apartment or raising children. Polish universities often have 'biura wsparcia osób z niepełnosprawnościami' (offices for supporting people with disabilities), reflecting a formal institutionalization of the phrase.
Use with 'od'
Always remember to use 'od' + Genitive to say who gave you the support.
Don't overdo it
Don't use 'wsparcie' for tiny things like passing a pen; it sounds too serious.
Meaning
To receive help or encouragement.
Use with 'od'
Always remember to use 'od' + Genitive to say who gave you the support.
Don't overdo it
Don't use 'wsparcie' for tiny things like passing a pen; it sounds too serious.
Solidarity
Poles value mutual support highly; using this phrase shows you understand this social bond.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'dostać wsparcie'.
Wczoraj Marek ________ od swojej siostry.
Marek is masculine singular, so the verb must be 'dostał'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the sentence that uses the correct preposition.
'Od' is used to indicate the source of the support.
Match the type of support with the situation.
Match the adjective with the noun.
Financial support relates to money.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Straciłem pracę. B: Przykro mi. Czy ________ od kogoś?
The context asks if the person received help.
🎉 Score: /4
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Practice Bank
4 exercisesWczoraj Marek ________ od swojej siostry.
Marek is masculine singular, so the verb must be 'dostał'.
Choose the sentence that uses the correct preposition.
'Od' is used to indicate the source of the support.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Financial support relates to money.
A: Straciłem pracę. B: Przykro mi. Czy ________ od kogoś?
The context asks if the person received help.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends or at work. For very formal documents, use 'otrzymać wsparcie'.
Yes, 'wsparcie finansowe' is a very common term for grants or loans.
'Pomoc' is general help. 'Wsparcie' is more like 'backing' or 'long-term assistance'.
Use the imperfective: 'Dostaję wsparcie'.
Yes! Emotional support from pets is a common topic, and 'wsparcie' fits perfectly.
Related Phrases
udzielić wsparcia
contrastTo give support.
szukać wsparcia
similarTo look for support.
mieć oparcie
similarTo have someone to lean on.
wsparcie techniczne
specialized formTechnical support.
