This is the 9813th most frequent Polish word.
zwierzę
"Zwierzę" means "animal" in English.
Here, 'zwierzę' in plural form ('zwierzęta') is used to refer to animals collectively living on a farm.
Zwierzęta na farmie są bardzo różnorodne.
The animals on the farm are very diverse.
Here, 'zwierzę' in singular form refers to a specific animal that is favored by the speaker.
Moje ulubione zwierzę to pies.
My favorite animal is a dog.
Here, 'zwierzęta' refers to animals in general, emphasizing their ability to communicate.