No. 13,288 in Polish
opłacało
"Opłacało" means "it was worth it" or "it paid off" in English.
In a sentence
Opłacało się poświęcić czas na naukę.
It was worth spending time on studying.
Used to indicate that an effort or action was worthwhile.
Nie opłacało się kupować drogiego biletu.
It was not worth buying an expensive ticket.
Used to suggest that an action was not financially or practically advantageous.
Opłacało im się zainwestować w nowe technologie.
It was worth it for them to invest in new technologies.
Used to signify that an investment or decision brought benefits.
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