No. 2,106 in Polish
obowiązek
"Obowiązek" means "duty" or "obligation" in English.
In a sentence
Mam obowiązek pomóc młodszemu bratu.
I have the duty to help my younger brother.
The word 'obowiązek' refers to a duty or responsibility assigned to the speaker in a family or moral context.
Twoim obowiązkiem jest dotrzymywanie obietnic.
Your responsibility is to keep promises.
Here, 'obowiązek' emphasizes the moral or ethical obligation inherent in the action described.
Płacenie podatków to obowiązek każdego obywatela.
Paying taxes is the duty of every citizen.
In this case, 'obowiązek' applies to a legal or societal expectation incumbent on all individuals.
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