powtórki

Powtórki, in Polish, is the plural form of powtórka, a noun meaning repetition, revision, or rehearsal. The term is used in several everyday contexts to denote revisiting content or events after their initial occurrence. In media, powtórki commonly refer to reruns of television programs, radio shows, or films that are broadcast again after the first transmission. In education, powtórki describe deliberate reviews of material to reinforce learning and improve long-term retention.

In the educational sense, powtórki are intended to help students consolidate knowledge and prepare for exams. They can be organized by teachers as part of a curriculum or undertaken by students as self-study. Common forms include revising notes, solving additional exercises, flashcards, and taking practice tests or past papers. Techniques such as spaced repetition and retrieval practice are often described as systematic powtórki, aimed at strengthening memory associations and narrowing knowledge gaps.

In broadcasting, powtórki serve scheduling and accessibility purposes. Repeated airings extend the reach of popular programs, accommodate different time zones, or fill gaps in the schedule. The term is still widely used in Polish TV guides and program listings to indicate content that has been shown before. With streaming services, the concept persists, though platforms may label repeats differently, while the underlying idea of revisiting content remains the same.

Etymology: powtórki derives from the verb powtórzyć, meaning to repeat, with powtórka forming a noun for a repetition or revision. See also powtórka (singular).