No. 9,395 in Polish
vanity
The Polish word for "vanity" is "próżność," meaning excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements.
In a sentence
Jej próżność sprawiła, że mówiła tylko o sobie.
Her vanity made her talk only about herself.
Here, 'vanity' refers to an excessive pride in one's appearance or abilities, commonly associated with selfishness or lack of consideration for others.
Lustro w łazience hotelu podkreślało próżność jego gości.
The mirror in the hotel bathroom highlighted the vanity of its guests.
In this context, 'vanity' describes the concept of concern with one's own image or reflection, as facilitated by the mirror.
Jej toaletka była pełna kosmetyków, idealna dla osoby dbającej o swoją próżność.
Her vanity table was full of cosmetics, perfect for a person concerned with their vanity.
Here, 'vanity' is tied to the idea of grooming and personal appearance, suggesting regular maintenance or care due to a concern with one's own image.
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