wodne

Wodne is a Polish term that can function as an adjective or as a place name. As an adjective, wodne is the neuter form of wodny, meaning related to water or containing water. It is used in various phrases to describe aquatic features or environments, such as zbiorniki wodne (water bodies) or środowisko wodne (aquatic environment).

As a toponym, Wodne is the name of several inhabited settlements in Poland. These places are typically small rural villages or hamlets. The etymology reflects a connection to water, often arising from proximity to rivers, lakes, or wetlands near the settlement. Each Wodne belongs to its own administrative unit in Poland, with affiliations to a specific gmina (municipality) and voivodeship. The exact location and administrative details vary by locality.

In usage, wodne appears in everyday Polish to describe things related to water and in historical or geographical texts when referring to places named Wodne. The term underscores how water features frequently influence place names in the region.