zdrowiem

Zdrowiem is the instrumental singular form of the Polish noun zdrowie, which refers to health as a state of physical and mental well-being. In Polish grammar, nouns decline by case, and zdrowie follows the standard pattern: Nominative zdrowie; Genitive zdrowia; Dative zdrowiu; Accusative zdrowie; Instrumental zdrowiem; Locative zdrowiu; Vocative zdrowie. The locative form zdrowiu is used with the preposition o to say “about health” (o zdrowiu).

Etymology and meaning: The noun zdrowie is derived from the adjective zdrowy, meaning healthy. The term denotes health as a condition, often framed within medical, public health, and everyday contexts. It functions as a core concept in discussions of wellbeing, disease prevention, and healthcare.

Usage and notes: The instrumental form zdrowiem appears primarily in formal, historical, or literary Polish and in expressions where the means or manner of an action is highlighted. In contemporary speech, speakers typically use the nominative zdrowie or the locative zdrowiu with o to discuss health-related topics. The word health is frequently combined in compounds such as zdrowie publiczne (public health) or zdrowie psychiczne (mental health), reflecting its central role in medical and social discourse.

See also: health (zdrowie), Polish grammar (cases of zdrowie), public health terms in Polish.