Polish · Family & People
mąż
husband
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A man in relation to his wife; a married male partner.
Example
Mój mąż gotuje dziś kolację.
My husband is cooking dinner tonight.
Etymology
The term 'mąż' comes from the Proto-Slavic *mążъ, which historically denoted a husband or man. Its usage has been retained across generations in various Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mąż' is used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in discussions of marriage and family. It is recognized in both spoken and written forms in Polish.