This is the 5555th most frequent Polish word.
ultimatum
A final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which may result in retaliation or the breakdown of relations.
Here, 'ultimatum' refers to a final demand or statement of terms, where failure to comply will lead to a consequence.
Postawił jej ultimatum: albo zaakceptuje jego propozycję, albo zakończą współpracę.
He gave her an ultimatum: either she accepts his proposal, or they will end their cooperation.
In this context, 'ultimatum' is used to signify a strict directive requiring adherence within a specified timeframe.
Otrzymali ultimatum od dyrektora, aby dostosować się do nowych zasad w ciągu tygodnia.
They received an ultimatum from the director to comply with the new rules within a week.
In this example, 'ultimatum' indicates a formal proposal or demand that was rejected by a group.