B2 noun Formal to semi-formal, often used in journalistic, legal, or historical contexts when discussing covert activities.

zmowa

/ˈzmɔva/

Exemplos

1

Odkryto zmowę celników.

A conspiracy of customs officers was discovered.

2

Podejrzewano zmowę cenową między firmami.

Price collusion between companies was suspected.

3

Władze obawiały się zmowy wojskowej.

The authorities feared a military conspiracy.

4

To była zmowa milczenia, nikt nic nie mówił.

It was a conspiracy of silence, no one said anything.

5

Uczestniczył w zmowie przeciwko królowi.

He participated in a conspiracy against the king.

Colocações comuns

zmowa cenowa (price collusion)
zmowa milczenia (conspiracy of silence)
zmowa polityczna (political conspiracy)

Como usar

Notas de uso

Always use 'zmowa' in contexts where the agreement is clandestine and has a negative or illicit purpose, such as plotting, collusion, or conspiracy.

Dicas

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Origem da palavra

From Proto-Slavic *sъmova, from *sъ- ('together') + *mova ('speech', 'agreement'). Related to 'mówić' (to speak).

Contexto cultural

The concept of 'zmowa' is present in many cultures, often appearing in historical narratives, crime stories, and political discussions. In Poland, due to its complex history, the idea of secret agreements and conspiracies has often played a significant role in political and social discourse.

Dica de memorização

Think of 'z-mowa' as 'with speech' or 'together speech,' but in a hidden, secretive way. The 'z' at the beginning often implies 'together' or 'with,' and 'mowa' means 'speech.' So, 'secret speech together.'

Perguntas frequentes

3 perguntas
Yes, 'zmowa' carries a strong negative connotation, implying a secret, often illicit or harmful agreement.
While it's a secret agreement, 'zmowa' usually implies something more serious and organized than a simple informal agreement. It often suggests an intent to deceive or harm.
'Porozumienie' means 'agreement' or 'understanding' and is generally neutral or positive. 'Zmowa' specifically refers to a secret, usually illicit or malicious agreement.
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