górka

This is the 11244th most frequent Polish word.


górka

Hill or small hill.


In this sentence, 'górka' is used to mean a small hill or mound, describing a geographical feature.

Dzieci bawiły się na górce za domem.

The children were playing on the hill behind the house.


Here, 'górka' figuratively refers to a surplus or excess, conveying an abundance of sugar.

Mamy jeszcze małą górkę cukru w spiżarni.

We still have a small surplus of sugar in the pantry.


In this usage, 'górka' refers to a backlog or some remaining amount of tasks, explaining an accumulation that needs attention.

Zostań po pracy, mamy małą górkę do zrobienia.

Stay after work; we have a small backlog to deal with.