Polish · Common Verbs
brać
to take
Beginnerverb
Definition
To pick something up or accept it.
Example
Biorę parasol, bo pada.
I am taking an umbrella because it is raining.
Etymology
The verb 'brać' derives from the Proto-Slavic '*brati', meaning 'to take'. This term has a long-standing presence in the Slavic lexical tradition, indicating action and acquisition.
How & Where It’s Used
'Brać' is versatile, used in both spoken and written Polish across formal and informal situations. It is prevalent in everyday conversation.