No. 8,848 in Polish
saint
The Polish word for "saint" is "święty," meaning a holy or virtuous person recognized for their piety.
In a sentence
Święty Franciszek był znany ze swojej miłości do zwierząt.
Saint Francis was known for his love of animals.
Here, 'Święty' refers to a religious figure named Saint Francis.
W kościele mają obraz świętego Piotra.
In the church, they have a painting of Saint Peter.
Here, 'świętego' denotes Peter as a saint in the painting, showing reverence.
Jej postępowanie było niemal święte w swojej dobroci.
Her behavior was almost saintly in its kindness.
Here, 'święte' is used metaphorically to describe exemplary moral behavior.
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