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mieszkanie

flat; apartment

Beginnernoun · n

Definition

A set of rooms for living in, part of a larger building.

Example

Wynajmujemy mieszkanie w centrum.

We rent a flat in the centre.

Etymology

'Mieszkanie' comes from the verb 'mieszkać' (to live) combined with the suffix indicating a place. It has evolved to refer specifically to apartments or flats.

How & Where It’s Used

'Mieszkanie' is typically used in informal conversations and written contexts, particularly when discussing living arrangements. It is widely recognized throughout Poland.

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