This is the 2084th most frequent Polish word.
napis
"Text" or "inscription."
In this sentence, 'napis' refers to an inscription or writing visible on a surface, such as a wall.
Na ścianie widnieje napis 'Witamy'.
On the wall there is an inscription saying 'Welcome'.
Here, 'napis' indicates a text or writing displayed on a board.
Przeczytałem napis na tablicy.
I read the writing on the board.
In this context, 'napis' refers to a written or drawn text in a more temporary or informal medium, such as sand.