No. 5,187 in Polish
próbą
"Próbą" means "an attempt" or "a trial" in English.
In a sentence
Podszedł do tego zadania z wielką próbą siły woli.
He approached this task with a great test of willpower.
In this sentence, 'próbą' means 'test', referring to a challenge that assesses one's capability or endurance.
Ten pokaz był próbą nowych technik teatralnych.
This show was an attempt to try new theater techniques.
Here, 'próbą' is used in the context of an 'attempt', denoting an effort or trial to achieve a certain goal or experiment.
Zorganizowali próbę generalną przed występem.
They organized a dress rehearsal before the performance.
In this context, 'próbą' refers to 'rehearsal', indicating a preparatory practice or dry run before a final event or production.
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