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English - Polish

Nothing

ˈnəθɪŋ
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
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.

Nic, Nic nie, Zero, Niczego, Bez znaczenia

Nothing meanings in Polish

Nic

Example:
There is nothing to worry about.
Nie ma się czym martwić.
I have nothing to say.
Nie mam nic do powiedzenia.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to indicate the absence of something, whether it's a thing, a feeling, or a thought.
Note: Commonly used in both spoken and written Polish. It functions as a pronoun, often in negative sentences.

Nic nie

Example:
I see nothing.
Nie widzę nic.
There was nothing interesting on TV.
Nie było nic ciekawego w telewizji.
Usage: InformalContext: Used in conversational contexts, particularly in negations to emphasize the absence of something.
Note: This phrase is often used in everyday language to express a lack of interest or absence.

Zero

Example:
The score is nothing to be proud of.
Wynik to nic, czym można się chwalić.
He earned nothing from the deal.
Nie zarobił nic na tej umowie.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Often used in financial or evaluative contexts to indicate a lack of value or achievement.
Note: While 'zero' is a direct translation, it's used similarly to convey a sense of worthlessness or lack.

Niczego

Example:
I want nothing from you.
Nie chcę niczego od ciebie.
He meant nothing to me.
Nic dla mnie nie znaczył.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to express a desire or feeling of absence towards something or someone.
Note: This form emphasizes a stronger emotional distance or rejection.

Bez znaczenia

Example:
It means nothing to me.
To dla mnie nie ma znaczenia.
What you said is nothing important.
To, co powiedziałeś, nie jest niczym ważnym.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used when discussing the insignificance or lack of importance of something.
Note: This phrase can be used to diminish the importance of a statement or action.

Nothing's synonyms

Nothing

The absence of anything; not anything.
Example: I have nothing to say.
Note:

Nil

Meaning zero or nothing; often used in formal contexts.
Example: The chances of success were nil.
Note: Formal synonym for nothing.

Zero

The numerical value 0; nothing at all.
Example: He scored zero points in the game.
Note: Specifically refers to the numerical value of zero.

Zilch

Slang term meaning nothing at all; absolutely nothing.
Example: I know zilch about cars.
Note: Informal and more emphatic synonym for nothing.

Nada

Informal term meaning nothing; often used in casual conversation.
Example: There's nada left in the fridge.
Note: Informal synonym for nothing.

Nothing expressions, common phrases

Nothing but

This phrase means only or just. It emphasizes the singular quality of something.
Example: She is nothing but trouble.
Note: The addition of 'but' changes the meaning to emphasize the singular nature of what follows.

Nothing to write home about

This idiom means not particularly exciting or impressive.
Example: The movie was okay, but nothing to write home about.
Note: The idiom conveys a sense of mediocrity or lack of standout qualities.

Nothing doing

This phrase means absolutely not or refusing to do something.
Example: I asked for a raise, but my boss said, 'Nothing doing.'
Note: It is a direct and firm way of rejecting a request or suggestion.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained

This saying means you can't achieve anything if you don't take risks.
Example: I'm not sure if I should apply for that job. Well, nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Note: It conveys the idea that without trying new things or taking risks, you won't achieve anything.

Next to nothing

This phrase means almost nothing or very little.
Example: I paid next to nothing for this shirt at the thrift store.
Note: It emphasizes the extremely low value or cost of something.

Nothing but the best

This expression means only the very best or highest quality.
Example: She deserves nothing but the best in life.
Note: It emphasizes the exclusivity and superiority of the best option.

There's nothing to it

This phrase means something is very easy or simple to do.
Example: Learning to ride a bike is easy. There's nothing to it.
Note: It conveys a sense of simplicity and lack of difficulty in performing a task.

Nothing everyday (slang) expressions

Squat

Squat means nothing at all or absolutely nothing.
Example: I've been waiting for hours and got squat in return.
Note: Squat is often used in informal contexts to emphasize the lack of something.

Jack

Jack is slang for nothing, especially when emphasizing a lack or insufficiency.
Example: You're offering me jack, that's not enough for the job.
Note: Jack is more direct and slightly more informal than 'nothing'.

Zip

Zip means absolutely nothing or zero.
Example: After all that effort, I got zip in return.
Note: Zip carries a sense of disappointment or frustration about receiving nothing.

Bupkis

Bupkis, from Yiddish, is used to mean absolutely nothing or a total failure.
Example: I worked hard, but all I got was bupkis.
Note: Bupkis is more colorful and expressive than 'nothing', conveying a stronger sense of disappointment.

Sod all

Sod all is British slang for absolutely nothing or very little, especially in terms of payment.
Example: I did all the work, and they paid me sod all.
Note: Sod all is primarily used in British English and is more informal and direct than 'nothing'.

Nothing - Examples

I have nothing to say.
Nie mam nic do powiedzenia.
She felt nothing but sadness.
Czuła tylko smutek.
He has no interest in anything.
Nie interesuje go nic.

Nothing grammar

Nothing - Pronoun (Pronoun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: nothing
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): nothings
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): nothing
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Nothing Contains 2 syllables: noth • ing
Phonetic transcription: ˈnə-thiŋ
noth ing , ˈnə thiŋ (The red syllable is stressed)

Nothing - 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.
Nothing: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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