pocztowa

Pocztowa is a Polish feminine adjectival form meaning postal or post-related. It derives from the noun poczta (post, mail) and the suffix -owa, which forms adjectives that describe feminine nouns. The term is used to denote things connected with the postal service or post offices, and it commonly appears in toponyms and address phrases.

In Polish place names, pocztowa frequently occurs as part of street names, for example Ulica Pocztowa (Postal Street). This usage often signals historical proximity to a post office, a former mail route, or other postal infrastructure. The pattern is widespread across towns and cities in Poland and reflects the historical importance of postal services in urban planning and daily life.

As a general descriptor, pocztowa is not a standalone entity but a linguistic element used to label locations and facilities linked to postal services. It is understood in Polish-speaking contexts and appears primarily in Poland and among Polish-speaking communities abroad.

See also: Poczta Polska, poczta, toponymy, street names.