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B1 noun 9 دقیقه مطالعه

kandydat

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها kandydat در ۳۰ ثانیه

توضیح kandydat in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know that 'kandydat' means 'candidate'. You can use it in very simple sentences to describe people. For example, you might say 'To jest kandydat' (This is a candidate) when looking at a picture or pointing to someone. At this stage, don't worry too much about the complex grammar rules. Just remember that it refers to a person. You might hear it in basic conversations about work or school. It is a masculine word, so you use 'ten' with it (ten kandydat). It is a good word to learn early because it is almost the same as in English, which makes it easy to remember. Focus on the basic meaning: a person who wants a job or a position. You can use it with simple adjectives like 'dobry' (good) or 'nowy' (new). For instance: 'To jest dobry kandydat' (This is a good candidate). This will help you build your vocabulary for basic professional interactions.

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At the A2 level, you should start using 'kandydat' in more complete sentences and begin to recognize its basic changes. You can now use the plural form 'kandydaci' when talking about more than one person. You should also be able to use it with basic prepositions. For example, 'kandydat na kierowcę' (candidate for a driver). You will encounter this word in simple texts about job advertisements or news snippets. You can express simple opinions about candidates, such as 'Ten kandydat jest bardzo miły' (This candidate is very nice). You should also learn the feminine version 'kandydatka' and use it when talking about a woman. For example, 'Ewa jest świetną kandydatką'. At this level, you are building the foundation to talk about recruitment and elections in a basic way. You might also start to see the word in the genitive case after 'nie ma' (there is no), like 'Nie ma żadnego kandydata' (There is no candidate).

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At the B1 level, which is your current level, you should be comfortable using 'kandydat' in various grammatical cases. You understand that it is a masculine personal noun, meaning it has special plural forms (kandydaci) and specific endings in the accusative and genitive. You can now use it in professional contexts, such as 'Szukamy kandydata z doświadczeniem' (We are looking for a candidate with experience). You should be familiar with common collocations like 'idealny kandydat' (ideal candidate) or 'odrzucić kandydata' (to reject a candidate). You can also use it in political discussions to talk about 'kandydaci na prezydenta'. At this level, you start to notice the difference between 'kandydat' and other words like 'chętny' (someone willing). You are able to participate in a job interview or read a standard job description where this word appears frequently. You should also be able to use the word in the instrumental case to describe roles: 'On chce być kandydatem' (He wants to be a candidate).

At the B2 level, you use 'kandydat' with nuance and precision. You are aware of the stylistic differences between 'kandydat' and more formal terms like 'pretendent' or 'ubiegający się'. You can discuss the recruitment process in detail, using phrases like 'wyłonić kandydata' (to select/emerge a candidate) or 'profil kandydata' (candidate profile). You understand the social and political implications of the word in Polish society. You can handle complex sentences where 'kandydat' is part of a subordinate clause, such as 'Kandydat, o którym rozmawialiśmy wczoraj, właśnie zadzwonił' (The candidate we talked about yesterday just called). You also start to use related terms like 'kontrkandydat' (rival candidate) in political or competitive contexts. Your pronunciation is more natural, including the correct stress and the slightly softened 'ć' in the locative 'o kandydacie'. You can read longer articles about the labor market or political campaigns where this word is used extensively and understand its role in the narrative.

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At the C1 level, you have a sophisticated command of the word 'kandydat'. You can use it in academic, legal, or high-level business discussions without hesitation. You understand idiomatic expressions and the subtle connotations the word carries in different registers. For instance, you might use 'kandydat' in a metaphorical sense to describe a city vying for a title like 'European Capital of Culture'. You are comfortable with all declension patterns, even in complex, multi-adjective phrases. You can analyze the rhetoric used by 'kandydaci' in political speeches and discuss 'wizerunek kandydata' (the candidate's image). You also know when to use the feminine 'kandydatka' to be inclusive or specific, and you are aware of the ongoing linguistic debates in Poland regarding feminine forms of professions. You can write formal reports or essays about the recruitment strategies involving 'kandydaci' and use the word to construct persuasive arguments.

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At the C2 level, you use 'kandydat' with the same ease and depth as a highly educated native speaker. You are familiar with the word's etymology and its historical development in the Polish language. You can use it in creative writing, poetry, or high-level academic research. You understand the most obscure uses of the word, such as in specialized historical contexts (e.g., 'kandydat nauk'—an old academic degree). You can detect subtle irony or sarcasm when the word is used in social commentary. You are capable of debating the philosophical concept of 'the candidate' in democratic systems. Your mastery of the grammar is perfect, including the most difficult aspects of the virile plural and case government. You can seamlessly switch between formal and informal registers, knowing exactly when 'kandydat' is the right choice and when a synonym would be more effective for stylistic variety. You are a master of the word's full semantic range.

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تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

kandydat در ۳۰ ثانیه

A person applying for a job, position, or election.
Masculine personal noun with specific plural: kandydaci.
Used with the preposition 'na' (e.g., kandydat na prezydenta).
Feminine form 'kandydatka' is used for women.

The Polish word kandydat is a foundational noun in both professional and civic life. At its core, it refers to an individual who is seeking a specific role, position, or honor. Whether you are navigating the complex world of corporate recruitment in Warsaw or following the intense political debates on Polish television, this word will appear constantly. It carries a sense of potential and evaluation; a kandydat is someone currently under scrutiny to determine if they possess the right qualities for a task. In the English-speaking world, we translate this directly as 'candidate,' and the usage patterns are remarkably similar, though the grammatical behavior in Polish requires careful attention to case endings.

Professional Context: In the labor market, a kandydat is anyone who has submitted a CV for a job opening. HR specialists often speak of 'krótka lista kandydatów' (a shortlist of candidates).
Political Context: During elections, every person on the ballot is a kandydat. You will hear phrases like 'kandydat na prezydenta' (candidate for president).
Academic Context: A student applying for a prestigious university or a person pursuing a PhD (kandydat na doktora) also falls under this umbrella.

Mamy pięciu bardzo silnych kandydatów na to stanowisko menedżerskie.

Translation: We have five very strong candidates for this managerial position.

Beyond these formal settings, the word can be used more loosely in social contexts. For example, if a group of friends is deciding who should lead a hiking expedition, someone might jokingly say, 'On jest najlepszym kandydatem, bo ma mapę' (He is the best candidate because he has the map). This versatility makes it a high-frequency word. It is important to note that the word is masculine in gender. Even if the person being referred to is a woman, you will frequently hear 'ona jest kandydatem,' although the feminine form 'kandydatka' is perfectly standard and increasingly preferred in modern Polish when referring specifically to a female applicant.

Każdy kandydat musi przejść test psychologiczny.

In summary, kandydat is more than just a job applicant. It represents the concept of selection and suitability. It is the bridge between a vacancy and a filled role. Understanding this word helps you navigate the Polish bureaucracy, corporate culture, and political discourse. It evokes the image of a person standing before a committee, a ballot box, or a recruiter, waiting for a decision that could change their career or life path.

Using kandydat effectively requires understanding its grammatical environment. Because it is a masculine personal noun, it changes its endings significantly depending on its role in the sentence. For instance, the plural form for 'candidates' (people) is kandydaci, which follows the specific rules for 'virile' nouns in Polish. This is a common stumbling block for English speakers who are used to simply adding an 's'.

The Nominative Case: Used for the subject. Kandydat czeka w poczekalni (The candidate is waiting in the waiting room).
The Genitive Case: Used after negation or to show possession. Nie widzę tego kandydata (I don't see that candidate).
The Instrumental Case: Used after the verb 'to be' when describing roles. On jest świetnym kandydatem (He is a great candidate).

Czy znasz tego kandydata osobiście?

Translation: Do you know this candidate personally? (Accusative case used here for the direct object).

When you want to specify what the person is a candidate for, the preposition na is your primary tool. This is followed by the Accusative case. For example, 'kandydat na męża' (a candidate for a husband) is a common, slightly humorous phrase used when assessing a potential partner's qualities. In a business setting, you would say 'kandydat na dyrektora' (candidate for director). This structure is fixed and very reliable for learners to memorize.

Wszyscy kandydaci otrzymali zaproszenia na rozmowę.

Finally, consider the adjectives that often accompany kandydat. You will frequently see 'idealny' (ideal), 'potencjalny' (potential), 'poważny' (serious), or 'odpowiedni' (suitable). Using these adjectives correctly in their masculine forms—ending in '-y'—will make your Polish sound much more natural. For instance, 'Szukamy odpowiedniego kandydata' (We are looking for a suitable candidate) uses the genitive case for both the adjective and the noun because the verb 'szukać' requires the genitive.

The word kandydat resonates through various corridors of Polish society. One of the most common places to hear it is in the news media. During the 'kampania wyborcza' (election campaign), journalists will analyze the 'szanse kandydata' (the candidate's chances) or discuss 'debaty między kandydatami' (debates between candidates). In this context, the word carries weight, representing the hopes of political parties and the choices of the electorate.

The Modern Office: In corporate offices in cities like Kraków or Wrocław, HR managers (rekruterzy) will discuss the 'profile kandydatów'. You might hear: 'Ten kandydat ma świetne doświadczenie' (This candidate has great experience).
Higher Education: At universities, especially during the summer enrollment period (rekrutacja), you will see signs for 'kandydaci na studia' (candidates for studies/applicants).

Jako kandydat na to stanowisko, musisz wykazać się kreatywnością.

Translation: As a candidate for this position, you must demonstrate creativity.

Interestingly, you also hear this word in more personal, albeit formal, settings. For example, during a wedding toast or a formal introduction of a suitor to a family, someone might refer to the groom as a 'świetny kandydat na męża' (a great candidate for a husband). While this can be humorous, it also reflects the word's deep-rooted meaning of 'someone being considered for a permanent role'. In literature and film, a 'kandydat' often serves as the protagonist who must prove their worth through a series of trials.

Komisja przesłuchała już ostatniego kandydata.

If you are watching a Polish reality TV show—especially those involving dating or job competitions—the word kandydat (or kandydatka) will be used to describe the participants. It frames the entire narrative as a process of elimination. By paying attention to these contexts, you can see how the word transitions from a dry, administrative term to one filled with human drama and competition.

Learning to use kandydat correctly involves navigating a few linguistic traps that English speakers often fall into. The most frequent error involves the plural form. In English, we just add '-s' (candidates). In Polish, because this is a 'masculine personal' noun, the nominative plural is kandydaci. Using 'kandydaty' is a very common mistake that sounds quite jarring to a native speaker, as that ending is reserved for non-living objects or animals.

Mistake: Wrong Plural Ending: Incorrect: Tam są dwa kandydaty. Correct: Tam jest dwóch kandydatów (or 'Tam są dwaj kandydaci').
Mistake: Preposition Confusion: Incorrect: Kandydat dla pracy. Correct: Kandydat na stanowisko (Candidate for a position).
Mistake: Ignoring Gender: Incorrect: Ona jest dobrym kandydatem (while grammatically possible, 'dobrą kandydatką' is often more natural when the gender is known).

Nie mówimy 'kandydaty', lecz 'kandydaci'.

Explanation: Always use the virile plural form for groups of men or mixed groups.

Another subtle mistake occurs with the verb 'interesować się'. If you want to say you are interested in a candidate, you must use the instrumental case: 'Interesuję się tym kandydatem'. Many learners try to use the accusative because that's how it works in English ('I am interested in the candidate'), but Polish verbs dictate the case. Furthermore, confusing kandydat with klient (customer) or pacjent (patient) in professional settings happens when learners forget that a candidate is specifically someone seeking a role, not just any person receiving a service.

Szukamy kandydata, który zna język angielski.

Lastly, be careful with the word aplikant. While it sounds like 'applicant,' in Polish, an aplikant is specifically a legal trainee (someone training to be a lawyer or judge). If you are talking about someone applying for a general job at a supermarket or a tech firm, stick with kandydat. Using the wrong word here can lead to significant confusion about someone's professional status.

While kandydat is the most versatile term, Polish offers several synonyms and related words that carry different nuances. Understanding these can help you fine-tune your descriptions and sound more like a native speaker. For instance, in very formal or literary contexts, you might encounter the word pretendent. This implies someone who has a claim to a title or position, often used in historical contexts or for high-level political roles (e.g., pretendent do tronu - pretender to the throne).

Kandydat vs. Chętny: Chętny means 'someone willing' or 'a volunteer'. It is much less formal. You use it when asking who wants to go to the cinema, not for a high-level job interview.
Kandydat vs. Ubiegający się: Ubiegający się is a participle meaning 'one who is applying'. It is often used in official documents: 'osoba ubiegająca się o zasiłek' (person applying for a benefit).
Kandydat vs. Nominowany: Nominowany means 'nominee'. This is used when the selection process has already narrowed down to a few people chosen by others, like at the Oscars.

Czy są jacyś chętni do pomocy przy projekcie?

Note: 'Chętni' is more informal than 'kandydaci'.

In a modern business environment, you might also hear the English loanword aplikant, but as mentioned before, be careful with its legal connotations. A more common modern alternative in HR is uczestnik procesu rekrutacyjnego (participant in the recruitment process), though this is a mouthful compared to the simple kandydat. When discussing politics, you might hear kontrkandydat, which specifically refers to an opponent or rival candidate in an election.

To jest najsilniejszy kontrkandydat obecnego prezydenta.

Choosing the right word depends on the level of formality and the specific nature of the 'seeking'. If someone is just interested, they are zainteresowany. If they have officially submitted their name, they are a kandydat. If they are fighting for a crown or a championship, they might be a pretendent. Mastering these distinctions will elevate your Polish from basic communication to nuanced expression.

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نکته جالب

The word is a 'cognate' with English, making it one of the easiest words for English speakers to learn in Polish.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /kanˈdɨ.dat/

US /kænˈdɪ.dæt/

Penultimate syllable (kan-DY-dat).

هم‌قافیه با

warsztat format magnat aparat brat świat kwadrat adat

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing 'y' like English 'ee' (should be more like 'i' in 'sit').
Stress on the first syllable.
Softening the 'd' too much.
Making the final 't' silent.
Confusing the 'n' with a nasal sound.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 1/5

Very easy due to the English cognate.

نوشتن 3/5

Requires knowledge of masculine personal declension.

صحبت کردن 2/5

Pronunciation is straightforward except for the 'y'.

گوش دادن 2/5

Easy to recognize in context.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

praca osoba chcieć on być

بعداً یاد بگیرید

rekrutacja stanowisko doświadczenie umiejętność wynik

پیشرفته

pretendent nominacja elektorat kandydatura weryfikacja

گرامر لازم

Masculine Personal Plural

kandydat -> kandydaci

Instrumental Case for Roles

On jest kandydatem.

Genitive after Negation

Nie widzę kandydata.

Accusative for Direct Objects

Znam kandydata.

Preposition 'na' + Accusative

Kandydat na posła.

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

To jest nasz kandydat.

This is our candidate.

Simple nominative case.

On jest dobrym kandydatem.

He is a good candidate.

Instrumental case after 'jest'.

Czy to jest nowy kandydat?

Is this a new candidate?

Question with 'czy'.

Mam kandydata.

I have a candidate.

Accusative case: kandydata.

Ten kandydat jest młody.

This candidate is young.

Adjective agreement.

Gdzie jest kandydat?

Where is the candidate?

Basic question.

Kandydat pije kawę.

The candidate is drinking coffee.

Present tense.

To jest świetny kandydat.

This is a great candidate.

Nominative with adjective.

Szukamy kandydata na kierowcę.

We are looking for a candidate for a driver.

Genitive after 'szukać' and 'na' + accusative.

Mamy dwóch kandydatów.

We have two candidates.

Genitive plural after a number.

Czy znasz tę kandydatkę?

Do you know this (female) candidate?

Feminine form: kandydatka.

To jest kandydat z Polski.

This is a candidate from Poland.

Prepositional phrase.

Kandydaci czekają w biurze.

The candidates are waiting in the office.

Nominative plural: kandydaci.

Rozmawiam z kandydatem.

I am talking with the candidate.

Instrumental case after 'z'.

To jest profil kandydata.

This is the candidate's profile.

Genitive case for possession.

Każdy kandydat musi mieć CV.

Every candidate must have a CV.

Modal verb 'musi'.

Idealny kandydat powinien znać dwa języki.

The ideal candidate should know two languages.

Conditional 'powinien'.

Odrzuciliśmy tego kandydata z powodu braku doświadczenia.

We rejected this candidate because of a lack of experience.

Past tense and genitive of reason.

On jest poważnym kandydatem na stanowisko dyrektora.

He is a serious candidate for the director position.

Instrumental case for role.

Czy widziałeś listę kandydatów?

Have you seen the list of candidates?

Genitive plural.

Musimy wybrać najlepszego kandydata.

We must choose the best candidate.

Accusative with superlative adjective.

Kandydat zaprezentował się bardzo dobrze.

The candidate presented himself very well.

Reflexive verb 'zaprezentować się'.

O kandydacie dowiedziałem się z internetu.

I found out about the candidate from the internet.

Locative case after 'o'.

Ten kandydat ma imponujące portfolio.

This candidate has an impressive portfolio.

Nominative subject.

Komisja oceniła wszystkich kandydatów bardzo wysoko.

The committee rated all candidates very highly.

Accusative plural (masculine personal).

Główny kandydat opozycji zyskał duże poparcie.

The main opposition candidate gained significant support.

Political context.

Nie możemy faworyzować żadnego kandydata.

We cannot favor any candidate.

Genitive after negation.

Wymagania wobec kandydata są bardzo restrykcyjne.

The requirements for the candidate are very restrictive.

Preposition 'wobec' + genitive.

Kandydat musi wykazać się umiejętnością pracy w zespole.

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work in a team.

Reflexive 'wykazać się'.

Oczekiwania finansowe kandydata są zbyt wygórowane.

The candidate's salary expectations are too high.

Genitive of possession.

Czy ten kandydat spełnia wszystkie kryteria?

Does this candidate meet all the criteria?

Verb 'spełniać'.

To jest kandydat, którego szukaliśmy od dawna.

This is the candidate we have been looking for for a long time.

Relative clause.

Wizerunek kandydata został starannie wykreowany przez specjalistów od PR.

The candidate's image was carefully crafted by PR specialists.

Passive voice.

Analiza profilu psychologicznego kandydata jest kluczowa w rekrutacji.

Analysis of the candidate's psychological profile is key in recruitment.

Complex genitive chain.

Kandydat wycofał swoją kandydaturę w ostatniej chwili.

The candidate withdrew his candidacy at the last moment.

Noun 'kandydatura'.

Debata między kandydatami obnażyła ich słabe punkty.

The debate between the candidates exposed their weak points.

Instrumental plural after 'między'.

Każdy kandydat ubiegający się o ten urząd musi złożyć oświadczenie.

Every candidate applying for this office must submit a statement.

Participle 'ubiegający się'.

Należy rzetelnie zweryfikować referencje kandydata.

One must reliably verify the candidate's references.

Impersonal 'należy'.

Kandydat ten cieszy się nieposzlakowaną opinią.

This candidate enjoys an impeccable reputation.

Formal phrase 'cieszyć się opinią'.

Program wyborczy kandydata skupia się na gospodarce.

The candidate's election program focuses on the economy.

Compound subject.

Polaryzacja elektoratu wpłynęła na postrzeganie głównego kandydata.

The polarization of the electorate influenced the perception of the main candidate.

Abstract nouns.

Kandydat musiał zmierzyć się z falą bezpardonowej krytyki.

The candidate had to face a wave of ruthless criticism.

Metaphorical language.

Subtelne niuanse w wypowiedziach kandydata umknęły uwadze opinii publicznej.

Subtle nuances in the candidate's statements escaped the public's attention.

Complex sentence structure.

Charyzma kandydata okazała się decydującym czynnikiem w tych wyborach.

The candidate's charisma proved to be the decisive factor in these elections.

Instrumental case for factor.

Mimo licznych kontrowersji, kandydat utrzymał prowadzenie w sondażach.

Despite numerous controversies, the candidate maintained the lead in the polls.

Preposition 'mimo'.

Wybór kandydata był wynikiem długotrwałego konsensusu politycznego.

The choice of the candidate was the result of a long-term political consensus.

Formal academic register.

Kandydat wykazał się niezwykłą rezyliencją w obliczu kryzysu.

The candidate demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of crisis.

Advanced vocabulary 'rezyliencja'.

Retoryka kandydata była nacechowana silnymi emocjami.

The candidate's rhetoric was characterized by strong emotions.

Passive participle 'nacechowana'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

idealny kandydat

kandydat na prezydenta

lista kandydatów

odpowiedni kandydat

potencjalny kandydat

odrzucić kandydata

wyłonić kandydata

profil kandydata

niezależny kandydat

kandydat rezerwowy

عبارات رایج

kandydat na męża

— A humorous or semi-serious way to describe a potential husband.

Marek to świetny kandydat na męża.

kandydat na żonę

— The feminine version, a potential wife.

Ona jest idealną kandydatką na żonę.

poważny kandydat

— Someone with a real chance of winning or being hired.

To jest poważny kandydat do awansu.

jedyny kandydat

— The only person applying for a role.

Był jedynym kandydatem na to miejsce.

najlepszy kandydat

— The top choice among those applying.

Wybraliśmy najlepszego kandydata.

kandydat do pracy

— A general term for a job seeker.

Kandydat do pracy czeka na korytarzu.

kandydat na studia

— An applicant for university studies.

Kandydat na studia musi zdać maturę.

kandydat partii

— A person representing a political party.

To jest oficjalny kandydat partii.

kandydat do nagrody

— Someone nominated for an award.

Jestem kandydatem do nagrody roku.

silny kandydat

— A candidate with strong qualifications or high support.

To bardzo silny kandydat.

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kandydat vs klient

A customer who buys things, not someone applying for a job.

kandydat vs pacjent

A person receiving medical treatment.

kandydat vs aplikant

Specifically a legal trainee in Polish.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"czarny koń"

— A 'dark horse' candidate who wins unexpectedly.

Nikt na niego nie liczył, był czarnym koniem tych wyborów.

journalistic

"być na krótkiej liście"

— To be a finalist in a selection process.

Mój brat jest na krótkiej liście kandydatów.

business

"palić za sobą mosty"

— To act in a way that prevents a candidate from returning to a previous role.

Jako kandydat nie powinien palić za sobą mostów w starej firmie.

informal

"grać na zwłokę"

— A candidate delaying a decision or response.

Kandydat gra na zwłokę, czekając na inną ofertę.

neutral

"mieć asa w rękawie"

— A candidate having a hidden advantage.

Ten kandydat ma asa w rękawie.

informal

"stawiać na kogoś"

— To bet on or support a specific candidate.

Stawiam na tego kandydata.

neutral

"przejść przez sito"

— To pass through a rigorous selection process.

Tylko kilku kandydatów przeszło przez to sito.

neutral

"mieć parcie na szkło"

— A candidate who loves being in the media.

Ten kandydat ma wyraźne parcie na szkło.

slang/journalistic

"robić dobrą minę do złej gry"

— A candidate pretending things are fine when they are losing.

Kandydat robi dobrą minę do złej gry.

neutral

"wyłożyć karty na stół"

— A candidate revealing all their plans or requirements.

Kandydat w końcu wyłożył karty na stół.

neutral

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kandydat vs Aplikant

Sounds like English 'applicant'.

In Polish, it's mostly used for law students or court trainees. For general jobs, use 'kandydat'.

Aplikant sądowy pomaga sędziemu.

kandydat vs Pretendent

Similar meaning of 'candidate'.

Used for titles, championships, or thrones. More formal and grand.

Pretendent do pasa wagi ciężkiej.

kandydat vs Chętny

Both want something.

'Chętny' is a volunteer for something small; 'kandydat' is for a formal role.

Szukam chętnych do sprzątania.

kandydat vs Nominowany

Both are being considered.

A 'nominowany' has been chosen by others to be on a final list.

On jest nominowany do nagrody.

kandydat vs Uczestnik

Both are in a process.

'Uczestnik' is more general (participant).

Uczestnik kursu językowego.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

To jest [kandydat].

To jest kandydat.

On jest dobrym [kandydatem].

On jest dobrym kandydatem.

Szukamy [kandydata] na [stanowisko].

Szukamy kandydata na stanowisko sekretarza.

Czy znasz listę [kandydatów]?

Czy znasz listę kandydatów?

Pomimo [genitive], [kandydat] wygrał.

Pomimo braku doświadczenia, kandydat wygrał.

Wymagania wobec [kandydata] są [adjective].

Wymagania wobec kandydata są wysokie.

[Kandydat] ubiegający się o [urząd]...

Kandydat ubiegający się o urząd premiera...

Wizerunek [kandydata] został [participle].

Wizerunek kandydata został ocieplony.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

kandydatka (female)

kandydatura (candidacy)

فعل‌ها

kandydować (to run/stand as a candidate)

صفت‌ها

kandydacki (candidate-related)

مرتبط

wybory

rekrutacja

aplikacja

stanowisko

głosowanie

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نحوه استفاده

frequency

Very common in work and news contexts.

اشتباهات رایج

Dwa kandydaty → Dwaj kandydaci
People require the masculine personal (virile) plural form ending in -i.
Kandydat dla pracy → Kandydat na stanowisko
The preposition 'na' is used for roles, not 'dla'.
Ona jest kandydat → Ona jest kandydatką
While 'kandydat' can be used, 'kandydatką' is more precise for women.
Szukam kandydat → Szukam kandydata
The verb 'szukać' requires the genitive case.
Widzę kandydaci → Widzę kandydatów
The direct object for people in plural requires the genitive-accusative form 'kandydatów'.

نکات

Plural Power

Remember: one kandydat, twoich dwóch kandydatów, ale dwaj kandydaci. The masculine personal plural is tricky!

Feminine Form

Use 'kandydatka' for women to sound more natural and respectful in modern Polish.

Job Ads

When reading job ads, look for 'profil kandydata' to see the requirements.

The 'Na' Rule

Always use 'na' for the target position. 'Kandydat na prezesa' is the standard structure.

The Y Sound

Practice the Polish 'y'. It's not 'ee'. It's lower, like the 'i' in 'bit' or 'sit'.

Formal Letters

In formal letters, capitalize 'Kandydat' when addressing someone directly: 'Szanowny Kandydacie'.

Elections

During election time, you will see 'Kandydat' everywhere on posters. It's a great time to practice!

vs. Pretendent

Don't use 'pretendent' for a normal job; it sounds too dramatic, like you're fighting for a crown.

CVs

In your CV, you are the 'kandydat'. Use this word when discussing the process.

Dark Horse

Learn 'czarny koń' (dark horse) to describe a candidate who surprises everyone.

حفظ کنید

روش یادسپاری

Think of a 'Can-do-dad' – a father who says 'I can do it!' when applying for a job.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a person in a bright white toga (Latin origin) standing in a modern office waiting room.

شبکه واژگان

praca wybory CV rozmowa sukces szansa człowiek biuro

چالش

Try to use 'kandydat' in three different cases (nominative, genitive, instrumental) in one paragraph.

ریشه کلمه

Derived from the Latin 'candidatus', which means 'clothed in white'.

معنای اصلی: In ancient Rome, those seeking office wore white togas to symbolize purity and honesty.

Indo-European (via Latin to most European languages).

بافت فرهنگی

Be aware that 'kandydatka' is the preferred feminine form; using 'kandydat' for a woman is grammatically correct but can sometimes feel old-fashioned or overly formal.

The concept is identical to the West, though Polish workplace culture can be slightly more hierarchical.

Kandydat (The Candidate) - title of many films Kandyd (Candide) by Voltaire - related name Wybory 1989 - famous Polish elections

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Job Interview

Dzień dobry, jestem kandydatem na stanowisko...
Dlaczego jest pan najlepszym kandydatem?
Mamy wielu kandydatów.
Czekamy na kandydata.

Elections

Kto jest twoim kandydatem?
Kandydaci debatują.
Głosuję na tego kandydata.
Lista kandydatów jest długa.

University

Kandydaci na studia muszą złożyć dokumenty.
Wyniki dla kandydatów.
Rejestracja kandydatów.
Informacje dla kandydata.

Social/Dating

To dobry kandydat na męża.
Szukam kandydata na wyjazd.
On jest moim kandydatem.
Brak kandydatów na to miejsce.

Awards

Kandydaci do Oscara.
Jestem kandydatem do nagrody.
Znamy już kandydatów.
Wybór kandydata był trudny.

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Co sądzisz o tym kandydacie na menedżera?"

"Czy masz już swojego ulubionego kandydata w wyborach?"

"Jakie cechy powinien mieć idealny kandydat do tej pracy?"

"Czy uważasz, że ten kandydat ma szansę na wygraną?"

"Ilu kandydatów przyszło dzisiaj na rozmowę?"

موضوعات نگارش

Opisz idealnego kandydata na twoje wymarzone stanowisko.

Gdybyś był kandydatem na prezydenta, co byś zmienił w kraju?

Przypomnij sobie sytuację, gdy byłeś kandydatem do jakiejś roli. Jak się czułeś?

Dlaczego wybór odpowiedniego kandydata jest tak trudny dla firm?

Napisz list do kandydata, który nie dostał pracy.

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

Grammatically it is masculine, but it can refer to a person of any gender. However, 'kandydatka' is the specific feminine form and is widely used.

For a group of people, use 'kandydaci' in the nominative case. For example: 'Kandydaci są tutaj'.

Usually 'na' when talking about a job or role (kandydat na managera) or 'do' for an organization (kandydat do klubu).

It is better to use 'kandydat'. 'Aplikant' is mostly reserved for the legal profession in Poland.

The genitive singular is 'kandydata' and the genitive plural is 'kandydatów'.

You say 'idealny kandydat'.

Yes, it is essential for intermediate communication regarding work and news.

It means 'rival candidate' or 'opponent' in an election or competition.

It is kan-DY-dat, with the stress on the second syllable.

Yes, 'kandydaci na studia' is the standard term for university applicants.

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