Lesson 12 – Daily Routine

Welcome back! In this lesson, we’re going to help you describe your daily routine in Polish. By combining the verbs and vocabulary you’ve already learned, you’ll be able to talk about your day from morning to night. Whether you’re chatting with a friend or writing in a journal, this lesson will give you the tools to express yourself clearly and naturally. Let’s dive in!

Why Learn Daily Routine Vocabulary?

Talking about your daily routine is one of the most practical ways to use your Polish skills. It helps you:

• Share your schedule with others.
• Practice verb conjugations and sentence structure.
• Build confidence in speaking and writing.

Plus, it’s a great way to make your Polish sound more natural and fluent!

Key Vocabulary for Daily Routines

Here are some essential phrases to describe your day:

Building Sentences About Your Day

Let’s break down how to create sentences about your daily routine:

1. Start with the verb:
   • Wstaję (I wake up), jem (I eat), idę (I go).
2. Add the time:
   • Use o (at) + the time. For example: o 7:00 (at 7:00), o 14:30 (at 2:30 PM).
3. Include details:
   • Add what you’re doing or where you’re going. For example: jem śniadanie (I eat breakfast), idę do pracy (I go to work).

Example Sentences:

• Wstaję o 6:30. – I wake up at 6:30.
• Jem obiad o 13:00. – I eat lunch at 1:00 PM.
• Idę na spacer po pracy. – I go for a walk after work.
• Wieczorem oglądam film. – In the evening, I watch a movie.

Practice Tasks

1. Fill in the Blanks:
   Complete the sentences with your own routine:
   • Wstaję o ___.
   • Jem śniadanie o ___.
   • Idę do ___ o ___.
   • Wieczorem ___.
2. Translate These Sentences:
   • I take a shower at 7:15.
   • I go to the gym at 6:00 PM.
   • I read a book before bed.
   • I go to sleep at 10:30 PM.
3. Create Your Own Routine:
   Write a short paragraph describing your daily routine. For example:
   • Wstaję o 7:00. Jem śniadanie o 7:30. Idę do pracy o 8:00. Wracam do domu o 17:00. Wieczorem oglądam telewizję i czytam książkę. Idę spać o 23:00.

Grammar Notes

1. Reflexive Verbs:
   • Some daily routine verbs are reflexive, meaning they include a reflexive pronoun like się. For example:
     • Myję się. – I wash myself.
     • Ubieram się. – I get dressed.
2. Time Expressions:
   • Use rano (in the morning), po południu (in the afternoon), wieczorem (in the evening), and w nocy (at night) to describe when things happen.

Cultural Tip: Daily Routines in Poland

In Poland, daily routines often revolve around family meals and outdoor activities. For example:

• Breakfast (śniadanie) is usually light, with coffee, bread, and cheese.
• Lunch (obiad) is the main meal of the day, often eaten around 2:00 PM.
• Many Poles enjoy evening walks (spacery) or relaxing with family.

Homework

1. Write a detailed daily routine in Polish. Include at least 10 activities.
2. Practice saying your routine out loud. Focus on pronunciation and fluency.
3. Bonus: Record yourself describing your routine and listen back to identify areas for improvement.

That’s it for Lesson 12! You’re now ready to talk about your daily routine in Polish. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be describing your day like a native speaker. Do zobaczenia! 😊