No. 5,823 in Polish
zapadlisko
"Zapadlisko" in English means "depression" or "sinkhole," referring to a hollow or sunken area in the ground.
In a sentence
Geolodzy badają zapadliska na skutek ruchów tektonicznych.
Geologists study sinkholes caused by tectonic movements.
Here, 'zapadliska' refers to geological sinkholes or depressions formed in the Earth's surface, showcasing its technical, scientific usage.
Po intensywnych opadach deszczu na polu pojawiło się niewielkie zapadlisko.
After heavy rainfall, a small sinkhole appeared in the field.
In this context, 'zapadlisko' describes a sinkhole that developed as a result of natural environmental factors, highlighting its broader everyday use.
Zapadlisko wymaga pilnej interwencji, ponieważ zagraża bezpieczeństwu drogi.
The sinkhole requires urgent action as it jeopardizes road safety.
Here, 'zapadlisko' is used to indicate an issue requiring infrastructure attention, emphasizing its application in public safety discussions.
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