potrzebie

This is the 14014th most frequent Polish word.


potrzebie

"Potrzebie" does not have a direct meaning in standard Polish; it is a nonsense word popularized by *Mad* magazine.


Here, 'potrzebie' is the instrumental form of 'potrzeba,' used in a past context to describe something that was necessary.

Potrzebie było więcej informacji, by podjąć decyzję.

More information was needed to make a decision.


In this sentence, 'potrzebie' refers to a state of being in need, used with a locative preposition.

W potrzebie zawsze możesz na mnie liczyć.

In need, you can always count on me.


This usage of 'potrzebie,' also in the locative case, describes a condition affecting others.

Ona zawsze pomaga ludziom w potrzebie.

She always helps people in need.