Polish · Travel & Places
dworzec
train station / station
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A building where trains or buses stop to pick up and drop off passengers.
Example
Pociąg odjeżdża z dworca centralnego.
The train departs from the central station.
Etymology
'Dworzec' originates from the Old Polish ‘dwor’, which referred to a court or residence, later evolving to mean a station where travelers gather.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dworzec' is used mostly in formal contexts related to travel, particularly when referring to train stations. It is prevalent in written language and discussion about transportation.