Polish · Work & Business
fabryka
factory
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A building where goods are made with machines.
Example
Mój dziadek pracował w fabryce.
My grandfather worked in a factory.
Etymology
'Fabryka' comes from the Latin 'fabrica', meaning 'workshop'. It has been adopted into Polish to refer to manufacturing facilities during industrialization.
How & Where It’s Used
'Fabryka' is used primarily in formal contexts, especially related to industry and production discussions. It is common in spoken and written language relevant to the manufacturing sector.