This is the 7598th most frequent Polish word.
lam
The Polish word "łam" means "break" or "snap" (often in the sense of cracking or breaking).
The word 'Łamię' here is the verb for 'breaking' in the first person singular present tense, showcasing its use as a physical action.
Łamię ołówek, bo jest za długi.
I am breaking the pencil because it is too long.
In this sentence, 'łamać się' is used figuratively to refer to hesitating or overthinking, showcasing a metaphorical usage.
Zawsze łam się przy podejmowaniu decyzji.
You always overthink when making decisions.
Here, 'łamałem' represents breaking rules, and is used in the past tense first person singular to describe an action that defies constraints or norms.