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zaułek

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Polish

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Etymology

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Probably a univerbation of za +‎ ułem. The noun itself is unattestated but its existence seems to be indicated by real derivative words, such as ulica, which comes from Proto-Slavic *ulica (originally a diminutive form with the suffix *-ica).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /zaˈu.wɛk/
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  • Rhymes: -uwɛk
  • Syllabification: za‧u‧łek

Noun

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zaułek m inan

  1. alleyway, narrow street
  2. nook (hidden or secluded spot)
    Synonyms: zakamarek, zakątek

Declension

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Derived terms

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noun

Further reading

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  • zaułek in Wielki słownik języka polskiego, Instytut Języka Polskiego PAN
  • zaułek in Polish dictionaries at PWN