This is the 3005th most frequent Polish word.
opiekę
"Care" or "protection."
The word 'opiekę' is used as a direct object, indicating the act of providing care.
Mama zapewnia swojej rodzinie opiekę.
The mother provides care to her family.
Here, 'opieki' is in the genitive case, indicating the necessity of care.
Ludzie potrzebują opieki w trudnych chwilach.
People need care in difficult times.
In this sentence, 'opiekę' refers to the act of showing care provided directly to the speaker.