No. 18,084 in Polish
żywioł
"Żywioł" in English means "element" (a natural force, e.g., water, fire) or "sphere of activity."
In a sentence
Żywioł wody w oceanach bywa niebezpieczny.
The element of water in the oceans can be dangerous.
In this context, 'żywioł' means 'element' referring to one of the classical elements like water in nature.
Ludzie w żywiole ognia muszą działać szybko, aby się uratować.
People in the midst of fire must act quickly to save themselves.
Here, 'żywioł' refers to a powerful natural phenomenon or force, such as fire.
Artysta był w swoim żywiole podczas malowania obrazu.
The artist was in his element while painting the picture.
In this usage, 'żywioł' metaphorically means being in one's comfort zone or natural state, often implying enthusiasm or expertise.
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