No. 6,163 in Polish
auschwitz
"Auschwitz" is the German name for Oświęcim, a town in Poland, and refers to the site of a Nazi concentration and extermination camp during World War II.
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Auschwitz to był największy obóz koncentracyjny podczas II wojny światowej.
Auschwitz was the largest concentration camp during World War II.
The word 'Auschwitz' here refers to the historical location and institution known for its role during the Second World War.
W książce opisano życie więźniów w Auschwitz.
The book describes the life of prisoners in Auschwitz.
In this sentence, 'Auschwitz' is used as the setting of the events described in the book.
Muzeum Auschwitz przyciąga wielu odwiedzających każdego roku.
The Auschwitz Museum attracts many visitors each year.
Here, 'Auschwitz' signifies the museum established at the site of the former concentration camp, now serving as a memorial and educational facility.
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