Polish Word · Intermediate
roztykać
to burst out in ticking, to start ticking loudly
Pronunciation: /rɔsˈtɘ.kat͡ɕ/
Meaning
to burst out in ticking, to start ticking loudly
Example
Roztykał się elektryczny wielki zegar, ruszyły wskazówki sekundnika, dotychczas nieruchome.
The big electric clock started ticking; the ends of the second hand, motionless up until then, started moving.
Practice tips
- Practice roztykać out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Polish word is for intermediate-level learners.