This is the 17495th most frequent Polish word.
zawierucha
"Zawierucha" in English means "turmoil," "upheaval," or "commotion," often referring to chaos or disorder.
The word "zawierucha" is used metaphorically to describe a turbulent or tumultuous event or period in history that affects lives on a large scale.
Historyczna zawierucha zmieniła życie wielu ludzi.
The historical turmoil changed the lives of many people.
Here, "zawierucha" is used literally to refer to a severe snowstorm or bad weather causing discomfort and challenges.
Podczas zimowej zawieruchy trudno było utrzymać ciepło.
During the winter storm, it was difficult to keep warm.
In this case, "zawierucha" metaphorically denotes inner emotional turmoil, reflecting the complexity and intensity of feelings.