This is the 8438th most frequent Polish word.
pojedynek
Duel.
The word ‘pojedynek’ in this context refers to a formal duel, often with weapons, typically occurring in historical or medieval scenarios.
W średniowieczu rycerze często stawali do pojedynku na zamkach.
In the Middle Ages, knights often engaged in duels at castles.
Here, ‘pojedynek’ metaphorically represents a contest or engagement, in this case involving intellectual or verbal competition.
Pojedynek na argumenty między mówcami trwał godzinę.
The duel of arguments between the speakers lasted an hour.
In this example, ‘pojedynek’ refers to a dramatic and direct confrontation between characters, often portrayed in films and stories.