zarezerwowane

Zarezerwowane is a Polish adjective formed from the verb zarezerwować, meaning to reserve or to book in advance. It denotes that something has been reserved for a particular person, purpose, or time. The term is commonly used in hospitality, events, transportation, and signage to indicate a reserved status.

In grammar, zarezerwowane is a past passive participle used as an adjective. It agrees with the noun it modifies in gender and number. For neuter singular nouns, as in zarezerwowane miejsce, it denotes “the reserved place.” For plural nouns, as in zarezerwowane miejsca, it means “the reserved places.” In masculine forms, corresponding inflections exist (zarezerwowany for singular and zarezerwowani for plural).

Common usages include indicating the status of seats, tables, or tickets, such as Zarezerwowane miejsca—proszę nie zajmować miejsc—and Bilety zarezerwowane na nazwisko Kowalski. It also appears on websites and in signs to communicate that an item or space is not available to the general public until further notice.

Origin: The form is derived from the verb zarezerwować, built from the prefix za- plus rezerwować, with rezerwować itself rooted in the broader borrowing from French réserver, reflecting the concept of reserving or booking.