No. 11,920 in Polish

kula

The Polish word "kula" translates to "sphere," "ball," or "bullet" in English, depending on the context.

In a sentence

On rzucił kulę do kosza.
He threw the ball into the basket.
The word 'kula' is used here to mean 'ball', indicating a round object used in sports or games.
Otrzymał kulę w nogę podczas wojny.
He took a bullet to the leg during the war.
The word 'kula' here refers to 'bullet', representing a projectile shot from a firearm.
Chciałbym mieć kryształową kulę, by przewidzieć przyszłość.
I would like to have a crystal ball to predict the future.
Here, 'kula' denotes 'ball', specifically a spherical object often associated with fortune-telling or magic.

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