No. 13,244 in Polish
opierać
"Opierać" means "to lean," "to rest," or "to base" depending on the context.
In a sentence
Opieram się na tej teorii podczas pisania raportu.
I rely on this theory while writing the report.
The word 'opierać' here means 'to rely on' or 'base upon' and is used in the context of forming the foundation of an argument or idea.
On opiera się o ścianę, gdy rozmawia z nami.
He is leaning against the wall while talking to us.
In this context, 'opierać' means 'to lean against' or 'put weight on' an object for physical support.
Nie opieraj się zmianom, pomogą ci się rozwijać.
Do not resist changes, they will help you grow.
Here, 'opierać się' means 'to resist or oppose' and is used metaphorically to describe opposing an abstract concept like change.
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