Polish Word · Intermediate
więzić
to jail, to confine, to imprison, to incarcerate, to hold in prison
Pronunciation: /ˈvjɛw̃.ʑit͡ɕ/
Meaning
to jail, to confine, to imprison, to incarcerate, to hold in prison
Example
Jak głosi jedna z legend, nimfa Kalipso więziła w tej grocie wracającego z wojny trojańskiej Odyseusza.
According to one of the legends, the nymph Calypso confined Odysseus returning from the Trojan War in this grotto.
Practice tips
- Practice więzić 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.