No. 524 in Polish
odbyła
"Odbyła" means "she/it took place" or "she/it underwent" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Anna odbyła rozmowę z dyrektorem.
Anna had a conversation with the director.
Here, 'odbyła' refers to the fact that Anna conducted or took part in a conversation or meeting.
Wczoraj odbyła się ważna konferencja.
Yesterday, an important conference took place.
In this example, 'odbyła się' conveys that an event, the conference, occurred or was held.
Marysia odbyła podróż do Włoch.
Marysia undertook a journey to Italy.
Here, 'odbyła' indicates that Marysia completed or participated in a journey.
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