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English - Polish

Board

bɔrd
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

deska, tablica, zarząd, wsiąść na pokład, stół do gry, ogłoszenie, tablica ogłoszeń

Board meanings in Polish

deska

Example:
He cut the wood into a board.
On przeciął drewno na deskę.
The carpenter used a thick board for the table.
Stolarz użył grubej deski do stołu.
Usage: informalContext: Construction, woodworking, crafts
Note: Deska can refer to a flat piece of wood, often used in construction or furniture making.

tablica

Example:
Please write your name on the board.
Proszę napisać swoje imię na tablicy.
The teacher explained the lesson on the board.
Nauczyciel wyjaśnił lekcję na tablicy.
Usage: formalContext: Education, classrooms
Note: Tablica refers to a board used for writing or drawing, commonly found in classrooms.

zarząd

Example:
The board will meet next week to discuss the budget.
Zarząd spotka się w przyszłym tygodniu, aby omówić budżet.
She was elected to the board of directors.
Została wybrana do zarządu.
Usage: formalContext: Business, organizations
Note: Zarząd refers to a group of people who manage or oversee an organization or company.

wsiąść na pokład

Example:
We will board the plane at gate 12.
Wejdziemy na pokład samolotu przy bramce 12.
Passengers are requested to board the train now.
Pasażerowie proszeni są o wejście na pokład pociągu teraz.
Usage: formalContext: Travel, transportation
Note: Wsiąść na pokład is used when referring to getting on a vehicle, like a plane or train.

stół do gry

Example:
They played cards on a board.
Oni grali w karty na stole do gry.
The board was set up for the game.
Stół do gry był przygotowany do rozgrywki.
Usage: informalContext: Games, leisure
Note: Stół do gry refers to a flat surface used for playing board games.

ogłoszenie, tablica ogłoszeń

Example:
Check the board for updates.
Sprawdź tablicę ogłoszeń w celu uzyskania aktualizacji.
She posted a notice on the community board.
Ona umieściła ogłoszenie na tablicy ogłoszeń społeczności.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Community, announcements
Note: Tablica ogłoszeń is used for public announcements or information sharing in a community.

Board's synonyms

committee

A committee is a group of people appointed for a specific function or task.
Example: The board of directors held a meeting to discuss the company's financial performance.
Note: While a board typically refers to a group of decision-makers overseeing an organization, a committee is usually formed for a specific purpose or task.

panel

A panel is a group of people gathered to discuss or deliberate on a particular topic.
Example: The panel of experts convened to evaluate the research findings.
Note: A panel often implies a group assembled for discussion or evaluation, while a board usually has decision-making authority.

plank

A plank is a long, flat piece of timber used in construction or as a structural element.
Example: The carpenter measured and cut the wooden plank to fit the dimensions of the floor.
Note: While a board can refer to a flat, rigid piece of material, a plank specifically denotes a long and narrow piece of timber.

Board expressions, common phrases

On board

To be on board means to be physically present and ready to participate or travel.
Example: All passengers must be on board before the train departs.
Note: This phrase uses 'on board' in a figurative sense, implying being part of a group or organization.

Across the board

Refers to something that applies to everyone or everything without exceptions.
Example: The company implemented pay raises across the board for all employees.
Note: In this context, 'board' is used to represent a group or category of people or things.

Above board

To be honest and legal in one's actions, without deceit or hidden agendas.
Example: The negotiations were conducted above board with complete transparency.
Note: Originally used in gambling to refer to a game played on a table without cheating, the phrase now implies transparency and honesty in general dealings.

Go overboard

To do too much or be excessive in one's actions or behavior.
Example: She went overboard with decorations for the party, spending way too much.
Note: The original term refers to falling off a ship or boat and into the water. The idiom now signifies excessive behavior.

Get on board

To agree to or support a plan, idea, or decision.
Example: It took some time, but eventually, he got on board with the new project proposal.
Note: In this case, 'board' refers to being part of a team or group working towards a common goal.

Room and board

Refers to lodging and meals provided, especially in exchange for work or as part of an agreement.
Example: The university offers a scholarship covering tuition, room, and board for deserving students.
Note: Originally used to describe accommodations on a ship, it now signifies living arrangements with meals included.

Board everyday (slang) expressions

Boardroom

Refers to a meeting room where important decisions are made or discussions are held.
Example: Let's take this discussion to the boardroom.
Note: Boardroom specifically denotes a meeting room setting.

Boardies

Short for boardshorts, which are swimwear designed for water activities like surfing.
Example: I love surfing in my boardies.
Note: Boardies is a more casual and colloquial term for boardshorts.

Back to the drawing board

Indicates the need to start over or rethink a plan due to failure or problems.
Example: The project didn't work out, so it's back to the drawing board.
Note: The phrase implies a return to the initial stage of planning or design.

Board games

Refers to games played on a flat surface with counters or pieces, like Monopoly or Chess.
Example: Let's have a game night with some board games.
Note: Board games distinctively require a physical board for gameplay.

In over my head

Means to be involved in a situation that is too difficult to manage or understand.
Example: I'm feeling in over my head with this new project.
Note: The slang expression implies being overwhelmed or out of one's depth.

Cutting board

A flat board used for cutting food in the kitchen.
Example: Let me grab a cutting board to chop these vegetables.
Note: Cutting board specifically refers to a board designed for food preparation.

Board - Examples

The teacher wrote the lesson on the board.
Nauczyciel napisał lekcję na tablicy.
He cut the wood board into smaller pieces.
On przeciął drewnianą deskę na mniejsze kawałki.
The board of directors decided to invest in new technology.
Zarząd zdecydował się zainwestować w nową technologię.

Board grammar

Board - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: board
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): boards, board
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): board
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): boarded
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): boarding
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): boards
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): board
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): board
Syllables, Separation and Stress
board Contains 1 syllables: board
Phonetic transcription: ˈbȯrd
board , ˈbȯrd (The red syllable is stressed)

Board - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
board: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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