Integration and social network

Integration and Social Network in Polish – B1 Level

This lesson explores key vocabulary and expressions related to integration and social networks in Polish, focusing on everyday contexts where these topics commonly arise. You will learn to talk about meeting people, building connections, and participating in community life using natural and practical language.

Key Vocabulary and Phrases

• integracja – integration
• społeczność – community
• znajomość – acquaintance or knowledge
• nawiązywać kontakty – to make contacts
• spotkania towarzyskie – social gatherings
• sieć społeczna – social network
• wesprzeć kogoś – to support someone
• zaangażowanie społeczne – social involvement

Important Language Features

This lesson introduces verbs and expressions related to social interactions using common aspects like nawiązywać kontakty (to form contacts) and brać udział w spotkaniach (to participate in meetings). Understanding when to use formal versus informal registers is important, especially in social or professional contexts.

Practical Examples

• "Chcę się lepiej zintegrować z moją społecznością." (I want to better integrate with my community.)
• "Na uczelni łatwo jest nawiązywać kontakty z nowymi ludźmi." (At university, it is easy to make contacts with new people.)
• "Sieci społeczne pomagają wesprzeć naszych znajomych w trudnych chwilach." (Social networks help support our friends in difficult times.)

Comparing English and Polish Communication Styles

While English often uses direct phrases like "make friends" or "join a community," Polish frequently employs verbs that emphasize the activity or process, such as nawiązywać (establish/to initiate) contacts rather than simply "making friends." Social and community participation terms carry formal nuances in Polish, so choosing the right verb form helps convey respect or closeness appropriately.

Useful phrases:

• Nawiązać znajomość – to establish an acquaintance (English: "to make an acquaintance")
• Integracja społeczna – social integration (English: "social integration")
• Spotkania towarzyskie – social meetings or gatherings (English: "social events")

This lesson prepares you to confidently discuss social connections and integration topics in Polish, essential for daily life, community engagement, or professional environments.