Polish · Nature & Environment
lake
A large body of water surrounded by land.
Mazury mają wiele pięknych jezior.
Mazuria has many beautiful lakes.
'Jezioro' originates from the Proto-Slavic 'jezero', meaning 'lake'. The word has evolved to specifically denote freshwater bodies in Polish.
'Jezioro' is used in formal and informal contexts, typically in discussions about nature and recreation. It is understood across Poland, especially in areas with lakes.