This is the 3255th most frequent Polish word.
stratę
"Stratę" means "loss" in English.
The word 'strata' here refers to 'loss' in a more abstract sense, specifically a cost or disadvantage that occurs.
Strata czasu jest nieunikniona w nieefektywnych procesach.
The waste of time is inevitable in inefficient processes.
In this sentence, 'strata' refers to a tangible and measurable loss, specifically financial losses within a company.
Firma odnotowała stratę finansową w ostatnim kwartale.
The company reported a financial loss in the last quarter.
Here 'strata' signifies an emotional and personal loss, primarily used in contexts of bereavement or separation.