Polish · Food & Drink

woda

water

Beginnernoun · f

Definition

A clear liquid essential for life; the most basic drink.

Example

Proszę szklankę wody.

A glass of water, please.

Etymology

'Woda' derives from Proto-Slavic *voda, which also means water in several Slavic languages, reflecting its essential place in both language and life.

How & Where It’s Used

'Woda' is used in both formal and informal contexts, in spoken and written discourse, particularly concerning everyday life and health.

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