Polish

Polish refers to the language spoken primarily in Poland, known as Polish (in Polish: “polski”). It is a West Slavic language and is the official language of Poland, spoken by around 45 million people worldwide. Polish uses the Latin alphabet, supplemented with additional diacritical marks. The language is noted for its complex grammar, including cases for nouns, gender distinctions, and a rich system of verb conjugation. Polish belongs to the Lechitic group of Slavic languages, which also includes Kashubian and Silesian. The language has a significant literary tradition, with contributions to poetry, prose, and philosophy.

Polish also refers to the act of making something shiny or smooth through a rubbing process, often using a substance or a tool designed for this purpose, such as polish for furniture or car finishes. In both contexts, “Polish” emphasizes refinement or enhancement of appearance or quality, whether that be in language or physical objects.