No. 1,114 in Polish
pokonał
Defeated.
In a sentence
Piotr pokonał przeciwnika na zawodach.
Peter defeated the competitor at the competition.
The word "pokonał" here refers to Peter overcoming or defeating an opponent in a competitive setting.
Drużyna pokonała trudności podczas meczu.
The team overcame difficulties during the match.
The word "pokonała" (past tense, feminine singular) is used to imply overcoming obstacles rather than opposing entities.
Ania pokonała swoje słabości, ucząc się nowych umiejętności.
Ania overcame her weaknesses by learning new skills.
The word "pokonała" indicates internal overcoming or mastering one's own challenges.
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