No. 1,145 in Polish
sprawia
"Sprawia" means "causes" or "makes (something happen)."
In a sentence
Sprawia mi to radość.
It brings me joy.
In this sentence, 'sprawia' conveys the idea of causing or bringing about a feeling or effect, here 'joy'.
Jego zachowanie sprawia wrażenie, że jest zmartwiony.
His behavior gives the impression that he is worried.
Here, 'sprawia' is used to imply creating or instilling an impression or perception.
Ta decyzja sprawia, że musimy działać szybko.
This decision forces us to act quickly.
This usage of 'sprawia' indicates causing or necessitating a specific action or condition.
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