No. 16,374 in Polish
vice
"Vice" in Polish refers to a deputy, assistant, or substitute in a position, often part of a title (e.g., vice-prezes means vice-president).
In a sentence
On jest wicedyrektorem szkoły.
He is the deputy principal of the school.
Here 'vice' is used as a prefix in 'wicedyrektor', indicating a position immediately subordinate to the principal.
To był wicelider zawodów.
He was the runner-up of the competition.
'Vice' in 'wicelider' signifies the position of being second in rank in a competition or hierarchical context.
Nie ma wice – to musi być zrobione poprawnie.
There is no room for excuses - it must be done correctly.
'Wice' here is slang, meaning no excuses or pretexts, emphasizing directness or accountability.
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