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No. 11,632 in Polish

klawisz

The Polish word "klawisz" can mean "key" (on a keyboard or instrument) or colloquially, "prison guard."

In a sentence

  • Naciśnij klawisz Escape, aby zamknąć to okno.

    Press the Escape key to close this window.

    In this context, 'klawisz' refers to a key on a keyboard or electronic device.

  • Ten pianista zdecydowanie używa każdego klawisza z wielkim wyczuciem.

    This pianist definitely uses each key with great sensitivity.

    Here, 'klawisz' denotes a key on a musical instrument like a piano.

  • Wczoraj spotkałem dawnego znajomego, który jest teraz klawiszem w więzieniu.

    Yesterday, I met an old friend who is now a prison officer.

    In this contextual use, 'klawisz' is slang for a prison guard or officer.

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