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No. 8,848 in Polish

saint

The Polish word for "saint" is "święty," meaning a holy or virtuous person recognized for their piety.

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  • 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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