No. 9,703 in Polish
zamek
"Zamek" in English means "castle" or "lock," depending on the context.
In a sentence
Mój zamek jest położony nad rzeką.
My castle is located by the river.
In this sentence, the word 'zamek' means 'castle', referring to a historical or residential building.
Zamek w mojej kurtce się zepsuł.
The zipper on my jacket broke.
Here, 'zamek' refers to a 'zipper', a fastening device commonly used in clothing.
Muszę zamknąć zamek na drzwiach.
I need to lock the lock on the door.
In this example, 'zamek' is used to mean 'lock', a security device for doors.
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