Polish · Work & Business
współpracownik
co-worker
Intermediatenoun · m
Definition
A person you work with.
Example
Moi współpracownicy są bardzo mili.
My co-workers are very nice.
Etymology
'Współpracownik' is a compound of 'współ' (together) and 'pracownik' (worker), directly translating to 'co-worker' and emerged with the rise of collaborative work environments.
How & Where It’s Used
'Współpracownik' is used in formal business contexts, often in written communications, but also in everyday conversations among colleagues. It has a professional register.