This is the 6667th most frequent Polish word.
duch
"Spirit" or "ghost."
The word "duch" refers to a ghost or spirit in this context.
Ten zamek jest nawiedzony przez starego ducha.
This castle is haunted by an old spirit.
Here, "duch" symbolizes the inner strength or determination of an individual.
Podziwiam jego ducha walki na zawodach.
I admire his fighting spirit at the competitions.
In this usage, "duch" represents the essence or prevailing attitude of a tradition.