This is the 5346th most frequent Polish word.
smutek
Smutek: sadness.
It represents a deep emotional state of sadness stemming from loss or grief.
Czułem ogromny smutek po stracie przyjaciela.
I felt immense sadness after losing a friend.
Here, it refers to the observable emotion reflected in someone's expression or demeanor.
Smutek widoczny był na jej twarzy, mimo prób ukrycia emocji.
Sadness was visible on her face, despite her attempts to hide her emotions.
The word here characterizes the mood or theme of the literary work, conveying a sense of melancholy or reflection.