towarzyskim

Towarzyskim is the instrumental singular form of the Polish adjective towarzyski, meaning sociable, companionable, or relating to social interaction. The term is used to describe people who enjoy company and are inclined to engage with others, as well as things that pertain to social life or companionship.

Etymology and related terms: The adjective derives from the noun towarzysz (companion) and the noun-derived noun towarzystwo (company, fellowship), with the common Polish suffix -ski indicating relation. It is connected to the verb towarzyszyć (to accompany). Related concepts include towarzyskie zycie (social life) and spotkania towarzyskie (social gatherings).

Usage: Towarzyskim functions as a normal Polish adjective and agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. It is used in phrases such as “osoba towarzyska” (a sociable person) and “życie towarzyskie” (social life). It contrasts with terms like nietowarzyski or aspołeczny, which describe antisocial or less sociable behavior. The word appears in everyday language, journalism, and literary descriptions to convey sociability or social relevance.

Examples in context: “On jest bardzo towarzyski, potrafi łatwo nawiązywać rozmowę,” and “spotkania towarzyskie przyciągają mieszkańców.” The form towary skimi appears in instrumental constructions such as “w towarzyskim gronie” (in a sociable circle).

See also: towarzysz, towarzystwo, towarzyszyć, życie towarzyskie.