• Listen

  What it means

  Literally, it means “to have on attention.” Figuratively, it means to keep something in mind or take something into consideration. It is often used when giving advice, instructions, or making careful decisions. Poles use this phrase in both everyday and slightly more formal contexts.

  Vocabulary

  • uwaga — attention
  • uwadze — attention (locative form)
  • na — true
  • mieć — to have

  Grammar note

  "Na uwadze" is in the locative case, required by the preposition "na." The expression is fixed and commonly followed by a noun or clause indicating what should be considered. It often appears in more formal or careful speech.

  Cultural context

  This expression is slightly more formal than similar phrases like "pamiętać." It corresponds to English "to bear in mind" or "to keep in mind." It is often used in professional or written contexts.

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