This is the 5446th most frequent Polish word.
sztuka
"Art" or "a piece" (depending on context).
The word 'sztuka' refers to 'art' in general, encompassing creative works like paintings, literature, and more.
Sztuka współczesna jest bardzo inspirująca.
Contemporary art is very inspiring.
Here, 'sztuka' is used to indicate a single item or unit, especially in counting or inventory.
Jedenaście sztuk chleba kupiliśmy na zapas.
We bought eleven pieces of bread as a stock.
In this context, 'sztuka' represents a skill or craft, often metaphorically expressing mastery or excellence in a human endeavor.